Carolynn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Carolynn originates from the Latin name Carolus, meaning 'free man'. It has evolved through various historical forms, including Carola and Caroline, before becoming popular in its modern form. The name carries traits of elegance and femininity, although it does not have biblical relevance.
The name Carolynn is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carolynn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Carolynn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4316th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 842nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 984th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1642nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2323rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3524th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3597th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carolynn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Carolynn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrəˌlɪn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Carolynn is derived from the Latin name Carolus, which means 'free man'. It has evolved through various forms and spellings over the centuries.
Meaning
free woman
Language Evolution
Carolus (Latin), Carola (Latin), Caroline (French), Carolynn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with the feminine form Caroline.
Variants & Derivatives
Caroline, Carol, Lynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Carolynn is perceived as a graceful and classic name, often associated with warmth and femininity. It has a timeless appeal.
Famous People
Carolynn Smith (a notable author), Carolynn Brown (a renowned artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Carolynn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Carolynn"
"Carolynn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4316th of 9107 | 78 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 842nd of 9204 | 1,341 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 984th of 12526 | 2,039 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1642nd of 19264 | 948 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2323rd of 27321 | 806 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3524th of 35406 | 672 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3597th of 30306 | 520 |
Regional Popularity of "Carolynn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Carolynn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
40.82% 631st/1546 |
52.19% 812th/1556 |
47.13% 1109th/2353 |
39.88% 617th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.38% 877th/2227 |
35.84% 871st/2430 |
47.81% 1364th/2853 |
30.38% 843rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
48.83% 1434th/2937 |
39.76% 1385th/3483 |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
39.49% 1597th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
65.54% 2415th/3685 |
82.53% 3693rd/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
37.77% 2386th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
52.78% 3860th/7313 |
58.72% 4382nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
94.54% 4242nd/4487 |
66.97% 4569th/6822 |
73.34% 4603rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Carolynn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Carolynn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.