Caryn
Caryn is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Pure.
Origin and history
Caryn is a mid-twentieth-century American spelling variation of Karen, which derives from the Greek name Katherine. It was moderately popular in the United States between the 1940s and 1970s. Today it is a rare choice for newborns.
Popularity in the United States
12,182 babies in the United States have been named Caryn since 1880. It ranks #1459 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- NY (20.5 %)
- CA (14.4 %)
- IL (14.4 %)
- PA (6.1 %)
- NJ (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 6 |
| 1940-1950 | 501 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,265 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,351 |
| 1970-1980 | 3,071 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,874 |
| 1990-2000 | 749 |
| 2000-2010 | 266 |
| 2010-2019 | 99 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Famous people named Caryn
- Caryn Kadavy: Figure Skater, Athlete
Nicknames
Carrie, Care
Fun facts
- The 'y' substitution gained traction in the United States during the mid-20th century as parents sought a distinct twist on Karen.
- Through Karen, Caryn shares its origin with the ancient Greek name Aikaterine.