Carlin

Unisex

Carlin has been given to 4,565 babies in the U.S. since 1905. It peaked in 1998.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

4,565

Peak year

1998 (107 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1905

10-year trend

▼ -55%

Gender split

42% girls / 58% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Carlin — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Marlinboy

22,834 babies since 1884

Carliegirl

16,311 babies since 1883

Carligirl

8,972 babies since 1957

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Chinagirl

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Shanellegirl

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Jamiagirl

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FAQ

How popular is the name Carlin?

Carlin has been given to 4,565 babies in the U.S. since 1905. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Carlin peak?

Carlin peaked in 1998, when 107 babies were given the name.

Is Carlin a girl or boy name?

Carlin is a unisex name, used for both girls and boys.

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