Karoliina

Karoliina is a feminine given name used primarily in Finland. It is the Finnish form of Caroline, which itself is a feminine version of Charles. The name Caroline ultimately derives from the Latin Carolus and is tied to the traditional meaning associated with “man” or “free man.” The -ina ending is a common feminine suffix in Nordic language forms, giving Karoliina its distinctive Finnish spelling.

In Finland, Karoliina has been in use since the early 20th century and remains a standard, though not among the most common contemporary Finnish names. It is primarily found among Finnish-speaking populations, and its spelling with double i distinguishes it from similar forms such as Karolina or Carolina used in other languages.

Pronunciation of Karoliina is typically rendered in Finnish as kah-ROH-lee-nah, with the standard Finnish stress on the first syllable. The double i indicates a lengthened vowel sound in Finnish. Related names include Karolina, Caroline, and Carolina, which share the same etymological roots but appear in different linguistic and cultural contexts.

See also: Caroline, Karolina, Carolina.