Charlyne Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Charlyne is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the masculine name Charles, which means 'free man'. It evolved from Old Germanic through Old French into its modern forms. The name reflects traits of independence and uniqueness, with no direct biblical relevance. It became popular in the mid-20th century and is associated with creativity and individuality today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Charlyne"
Pronunciation
/ˈʃɑr.lɪn/
Origin
French
Etymology
Charlyne is a variation of the name Charlene, which itself is derived from the masculine name Charles. The name Charles comes from the Old Germanic name 'Karl', meaning 'free man'.
Meaning
free man
Language Evolution
Karl (Old Germanic), Charles (Old French), Charlene (English), Charlyne (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Charlyne gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine form of Charles.
Variants & Derivatives
Charlene, Charline, Charlie
Modern Popularity & Image
Charlyne is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Charlyne Yi, an American actress and musician, Charlyne M. St. John, a prominent figure in the arts
📊 Charlyne Name Trend Analysis
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✨ Charlyne Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 34 peak births in 1946
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Charlyne"
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 "Charlyne"
"Charlyne" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2603rd of 9107 | 210 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1788th of 9204 | 381 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2672nd of 12526 | 343 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6963rd of 19264 | 99 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12044th of 27321 | 67 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24522nd of 35406 | 22 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 26286th of 30306 | 10 |
Regional Popularity of "Charlyne" 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 "Charlyne" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
75.87% 1795th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.13% 2003rd/2353 |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
84.16% 2401st/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Charlyne"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Charlyne" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Charlyne" in the United States
The name Charlyne is most popular in Georgia, 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, Charlyne has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Charlyne' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2603rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1788th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2672nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6963rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 12044th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24522nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 26286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Charlyne' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.