Carola
GirlGermanic
Carola is a girl name of Germanic origin meaning "Free".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Germanic
Popularity
93 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Free
Etymology
Carola is a female given name, the Latinized form of the Germanic given names Caroline or Carol.
Famous People Named Carola
- Carola Häggkvist — Swedish singer and songwriter
- Carola of Vasa — queen of Saxony (1833-1907)
- Carola Schouten — Dutch politician
- Carola Neher — German actress (1900-1942)
- Carola Hornig — East German rower
Frequently Asked Questions About Carola
What does the name Carola mean?
Carola means "Free", and is of Germanic origin.
What is the origin of the name Carola?
Carola originates from Germanic.
Is Carola a boy or girl name?
Carola is typically used as a girl name.
Are there famous people named Carola?
Yes — notable people named Carola include Carola Häggkvist (Swedish singer and songwriter), Carola of Vasa (queen of Saxony, 1833-1907), Carola Schouten (Dutch politician), Carola Neher (German actress, 1900-1942) and Carola Hornig (East German rower).
Last updated: June 2026