I know it is has been handed down through the generations that "some Carroll's are related to the famous signer of the Declaration of Independence, Charles Carroll of Carrollton. For your reference, there is a book of his decendants at the Maryland Historical Society to see if your family is listed. I know I saw it there. Alas, I am not related to that family even though it had been said by everyone in my grandmother's generation except for my grandmother! She was right! Good luck, LYNN