Carol vs Mary
Carol
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Free woman
Peak: 1945 (2.26%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Carol | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.01% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 0.02% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 0.04% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 0.09% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.39% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 1.84% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 1.49% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.84% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.28% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.06% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.04% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.02% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Carol or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Carol peaked in 1945 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Carol and Mary mean?
Carol means "Free woman" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".