NAME PROFILE
Carlyn
Carlyn is a name of Irish and Scottish origin, often interpreted as 'free man' or 'strong.' It carries a sense of independence and resilience, reflecting a personality that is both spirited and compassionate.
Key Stats
| Total births | 4,373 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1985 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1915 |
| Most recent | 2017 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 45%TX — 26%PA — 12%NY — 11%IL — 7%
Notable People
Carlyn Miller (Author, *The Memory Keeper*) · Carlyn Beccia (Illustrator, *The Remarkable Reefs*) · Carlyn McKinney (Activist, environmental issues) · Carlyn Smith (Scholar, *Celtic Studies*) · Carlyn Chisholm (Musician, *Celtic Folk Music*)
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