Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Carolina.
National Rank (2025)
#405
All-Time Peak Rank
#254 (2004)
Total U.S. Births
47,971
Unisex Distribution0.3% Boy / 99.7% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Carolina Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Carolina
According to SSA data, Carolina achieved its highest historical rank of #254 in 2004. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2004 with 1,270 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 5.1%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Carolina scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+5.1% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record1,270Births in 2004
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:179
1890s:249
1900s:375
1910s:817
1920s:1,347
1930s:1,069
1940s:1,102
1950s:1,103
1960s:1,787
1970s:2,593
1980s:4,756
1990s:9,848
2000s:11,073
2010s:7,499
2020s:4,174
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesCa-ro-li-na
Letter Count8 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 79.0% of SSA names. Starts with C, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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