Donna vs Carol
Comparing Donna and Carol? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Donna ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Italian naming roots (meaning "Lady"). Carol sits in the Top 100 tier with English origins (meaning "Free woman, song").
Donna
- Meaning: Lady
- Origin: Italian
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Donna name page
Carol
- Meaning: Free woman, song
- Origin: English
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Carol name page
Which name is more popular: Donna or Carol?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Donna ranks higher (Top 100) than Carol (Top 100).