Carolee

English, feminine variation of Charles

"free man"

Carolee Origin and Meaning

The name Carolee is a girl's name.

Carolee is a feminine name that emerged as a blend of Carol and the popular suffix '-lee' or as a creative variation of Caroline. With English origins, the name has a vintage charm, having reached modest popularity in the United States during the 1940s and 1950s. Carol derives from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man,' while the '-lee' element adds a melodic, feminine touch. Carolee offers a sweet, friendly quality with its bouncy rhythm and familiar sounds while remaining sufficiently uncommon to be distinctive. The name carries associations of joy and celebration through its connection to Christmas carols. For contemporary parents, Carolee represents a retro choice that balances vintage appeal with a continued feeling of freshness and individuality.

Carolee Rank in US Top 1000

# 999 in the US

Famous People Named Carolee

• Carolee Schneemann American visual artist
• Carolee Carmello American actress

The name Carolee in Pop Culture

• Carolee McReady character in Jenn Marie Thorne's YA novel The Wrong Side of Right