Caroline Leite

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Caroline Leite — free woman
132K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Caroline Leite is a name that combines French origins. The first name Caroline is a feminine given name of French origin. Caroline is a feminine given name, originally a French feminine form of the masculine name Charles. It has been in common use in the Anglosphere since the 1600s. The name was first used among upper class English families in honor of Charles I of England and his son Charles II of England. Common nicknames and variations include Callie, Cara, Carol, Carole, Carolina, Carolyn, Carly, Carrie, and Caz. Caroline was well-used in France throughout the 20th century and the early 21st century. It was among the top 100 names for French girls between 1900 and 1907 and again from 1958 to 2002. The surname Leite: Adriano Leite Ribeiro, better known as Adriano (born 1982), Brazilian footballer Alexandre Leite (born 1989), Brazilian politician Cláudia Cristina Leite Inácio Pedreira (born 1980), Brazilian singer Daniela Leite, (born 1988), Brazilian group rhythmic gymnast David Leite (born 1960), Portuguese-American food writer, cookbook author, memoirist, and publisher of the website Leite's Culinaria Eduardo Leite (born 1985), Brazilian politician, governor of Rio Grande do Sul Gabriela Leite (1951-2013), Brazilian prostitute and advocate for rights of sex workers George Leite (1920-1985), Portuguese-Am. Caroline is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 132K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Caroline reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Caroline

Meaning: free woman

French

Caroline is a feminine given name, originally a French feminine form of the masculine name Charles. It has been in common use in the Anglosphere since the 1600s. The name was first used among upper class English families in honor of Charles I of England and his son Charles II of England. Common nicknames and variations include Callie, Cara, Carol, Carole, Carolina, Carolyn, Carly, Carrie, and Caz. Caroline was well-used in France throughout the 20th century and the early 21st century. It was among the top 100 names for French girls between 1900 and 1907 and again from 1958 to 2002.

Surname: Leite

Portuguese

Adriano Leite Ribeiro, better known as Adriano (born 1982), Brazilian footballer Alexandre Leite (born 1989), Brazilian politician Cláudia Cristina Leite Inácio Pedreira (born 1980), Brazilian singer Daniela Leite, (born 1988), Brazilian group rhythmic gymnast David Leite (born 1960), Portuguese-American food writer, cookbook author, memoirist, and publisher of the website Leite's Culinaria Eduardo Leite (born 1985), Brazilian politician, governor of Rio Grande do Sul Gabriela Leite (1951-2013), Brazilian prostitute and advocate for rights of sex workers George Leite (1920-1985), Portuguese-Am.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Caroline is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Caroline by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Caroline Leite

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Caroline Leite:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Caroline?
The first name Caroline originates from French. Caroline is a feminine given name, originally a French feminine form of the masculine name Charles. It has been in common use in the Anglosphere since the 1600s. The name was first used among upper class English families in honor of Charles I of England and his son Charles II of England. Common nicknames and variations include Callie, Cara, Carol, Carole, Carolina, Carolyn, Carly, Carrie, and Caz. Caroline was well-used in France throughout the 20th century and the early 21st century. It was among the top 100 names for French girls between 1900 and 1907 and again from 1958 to 2002.
When was Caroline most popular?
The name Caroline reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Leite?
The surname Leite originates from Portuguese. Adriano Leite Ribeiro, better known as Adriano (born 1982), Brazilian footballer Alexandre Leite (born 1989), Brazilian politician Cláudia Cristina Leite Inácio Pedreira (born 1980), Brazilian singer Daniela Leite, (born 1988), Brazilian group rhythmic gymnast David Leite (born 1960), Portuguese-American food writer, cookbook author, memoirist, and publisher of the website Leite's Culinaria Eduardo Leite (born 1985), Brazilian politician, governor of Rio Grande do Sul Gabriela Leite (1951-2013), Brazilian prostitute and advocate for rights of sex workers George Leite (1920-1985), Portuguese-Am.
What are the origins of the name Caroline Leite?
The name Caroline Leite combines two different traditions: the first name Caroline has French roots, while the surname Leite originates from Portuguese.
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