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Jemal

A variant of Caroline, derived from the Germanic name Charles, meaning 'free man'. Caralyn represents a spirited and independent soul with a natural grace and a creative heart.

Key Stats

Total births901
GenderMale (34% / 66%)
Peak year1969
Peak generationGen X
First recorded1968
Most recent1994
Syllables2
OriginEnglish, German
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

NY — 62%IL — 12%CA — 12%NJ — 8%PA — 4%

Notable People

Caralyn Buehner (Children's Author, 'Snowmen at Night') · Caralyn Kozlowski (Stage and Television Actress, 'The Guiding Light') · Caralyn Spector (Arts Advocate and Musician) · Caralyn Althea (Film Actress and Producer) · Caralyn Jagdfeld (Collegiate Swimmer and Academic All-American)

Nicknames & Diminutives

CaraLynCarrieCarly

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