Karsyn
Karsyn is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Son of Marsh-Dwellers (from Carson) or modern invented spelling.
Origin and history
Karsyn is a contemporary American phonetic spelling variant of Carson, which derives from a Scottish surname of uncertain origin. It gained popularity in the early 21st century alongside the trend of adding 'y' to unisex names. In the U.S., it is regularly given to girls as a modern, sporty option.
Popularity in the United States
9,369 babies in the United States have been named Karsyn since 1880. It ranks #1722 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #644.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.9 %)
- NC (5.8 %)
- CA (5.3 %)
- GA (5.3 %)
- OH (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 343 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,948 |
| 2010-2019 | 4,428 |
| 2020-2029 | 2,650 |
Fun facts
- Karsyn is part of a 21st-century trend of using the letter 'y' in traditional surname-based names to create a distinct feminine or modern feel.
- While historically used primarily for boys in its traditional form Carson, the spelling Karsyn is predominantly chosen for baby girls in the U.S.