Free man
Karoline is the German and Scandinavian form of Caroline. It is derived from the Germanic name Karl, which refers to a free person who was not of noble birth but held legal rights.
About 119 girls were named Karoline in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
German actress and director
German Romantic poet
Norwegian biathlete
Norwegian singer-songwriter
The same feel as Karoline — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
