Caryn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-in / /ˈkɛərɪn/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Pure; Hebrew: Song of joy
Historical & Cultural Background
Caryn is often considered a modern variation of the name Karen. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name has been associated with various cultural references, including literature and media. Its usage has fluctuated over the decades, reflecting broader naming trends.
Trend Summary
Caryn has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karen
- Karyn
International Variants
- Karin (Swedish)
- Karyn (English)
Famous people named Caryn
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Fictional characters named Caryn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caryn was first seen in the United States in 1939. Caryn has ranked as high as #690 nationally, which occurred in 1965, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Caryn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caryn (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 13 |
| 1942 | 32 |
| 1943 | 24 |
| 1944 | 24 |
| 1945 | 27 |
| 1946 | 45 |
| 1947 | 74 |
| 1948 | 97 |
| 1949 | 153 |
| 1950 | 172 |
| 1951 | 181 |
| 1952 | 197 |
| 1953 | 189 |
| 1954 | 219 |
| 1955 | 206 |
| 1956 | 259 |
| 1957 | 255 |
| 1958 | 279 |
| 1959 | 308 |
| 1960 | 267 |
| 1961 | 312 |
| 1962 | 289 |
| 1963 | 294 |
| 1964 | 344 |
| 1965 | 492 |
| 1966 | 387 |
| 1967 | 274 |
| 1968 | 319 |
| 1969 | 373 |
| 1970 | 362 |
| 1971 | 368 |
| 1972 | 281 |
| 1973 | 295 |
| 1974 | 284 |
| 1975 | 269 |
| 1976 | 280 |
| 1977 | 311 |
| 1978 | 362 |
| 1979 | 259 |
| 1980 | 252 |
| 1981 | 234 |
| 1982 | 186 |
| 1983 | 156 |
| 1984 | 145 |
| 1985 | 154 |
| 1986 | 195 |
| 1987 | 196 |
| 1988 | 223 |
| 1989 | 133 |
| 1990 | 118 |
| 1991 | 121 |
| 1992 | 82 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 90 |
| 1995 | 57 |
| 1996 | 59 |
| 1997 | 56 |
| 1998 | 54 |
| 1999 | 32 |
| 2000 | 42 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 33 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 18 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 17 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2019 | 5 |