Carrolls

Carrolls is the plural form used to refer to people who bear the surname Carroll, or to families collectively identified by that name. The term can also appear in historical or genealogical texts when discussing lines bearing the surname in a region or lineage.

Origin and distribution: Carroll is of Irish origin. It is generally believed to derive from Gaelic Ó Cearbhaill, meaning “descendant of Cearbhall,” with Cearbhall or Cearbhaill as a personal name. The Carroll surname is found in many parts of Ireland and became established in other parts of the British Isles and in North America through emigration.

Migration and diaspora: Large Carroll communities formed in the United States and Canada from the 18th century onward, with subsequent generations contributing to public life, commerce, and culture. The surname also appears in various spellings, including Carrell and Carrol, reflecting different transliterations and anglicizations.

Notable uses and legacy: Carrolls have appeared in public records, genealogies, and contemporary society. Individuals with the Carroll surname have been active in politics, academia, sports, literature, and the arts. The name is also commemorated in place names and organizational titles in regions with Irish settlement.

See also: Carroll (surname).