Karlin Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-lin / /ˈkɑːr.lɪn/German; Slavic
Meaning
German: free man; Slavic: little king
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Karlin has roots in both German and Slavic cultures. In German, it is derived from the name Karl, which means 'free man.' In Slavic contexts, it can be associated with royalty, translating to 'little king.' The name has been used in various forms across different regions, reflecting its diverse cultural significance.
Trend Summary
The name Karlin has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Carlin
- Karlyn
International Variants
- Carlo (Italian)
- Karl (German)
- Karel (Czech)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karlin was first seen in the United States in 1953. Karlin has ranked as high as #1356 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Karlin has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karlin (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 6 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 11 |