Karyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Karyn is a modern English name derived from the name Karen, which traces its roots back to the Greek name Aikaterine meaning 'pure'. The name evolved through various forms in different languages, reflecting a journey from ancient Greece to modern-day English. Karyn carries traits of uniqueness and modernity, with no biblical significance. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is associated with notable individuals in entertainment.
The name Karyn is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Karyn 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, 'Karyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1785th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 601st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 507th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1196th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3457th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9528th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Karyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Karyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛərɪn/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
Karyn is a modern variation of the name Karen, which is derived from the Danish name Karin, a diminutive of Katherine. Katherine itself comes from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is of uncertain origin but often associated with the Greek word 'katharos' meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine (Greek), Katherine (Latin/Old French), Karen (Danish), Karyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Karyn gained popularity as a variant of Karen in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as names starting with 'K' became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Karen, Karin, Kary, Karynn
Modern Popularity & Image
Karyn is perceived as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with a sense of individuality and modernity.
Famous People
Karyn Parsons - American actress and model, Karyn White - American singer-songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Karyn"
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 "Karyn"
"Karyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1785th of 9204 | 383 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 601st of 12526 | 4,553 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 507th of 19264 | 6,205 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1196th of 27321 | 2,175 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3457th of 35406 | 691 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9528th of 30306 | 128 |
Regional Popularity of "Karyn" 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 "Karyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
58.73% 908th/1546 |
79.76% 1241st/1556 |
- |
59.53% 921st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
23.17% 516th/2227 |
21.48% 522nd/2430 |
35.02% 999th/2853 |
19.53% 542nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.91% 438th/2937 |
10.91% 380th/3483 |
21.94% 772nd/3518 |
13.90% 562nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
28.30% 1043rd/3685 |
19.58% 876th/4475 |
30.34% 1576th/5194 |
22.18% 1401st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
65.72% 3394th/5164 |
53.23% 3893rd/7313 |
48.51% 3620th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Karyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Karyn" 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.