Carrolyn
Girl nameCarrolyn has been given to 288 babies in the U.S. since 1933. It peaked in 1942.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
288
Peak year
1942 (26 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1933
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Carrolyn — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Carrolyn.
Sibling name ideas for Carrolyn
Same era and popularity as Carrolyn, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Carrolyn?
Carrolyn has been given to 288 babies in the U.S. since 1933. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Carrolyn peak?
Carrolyn peaked in 1942, when 26 babies were given the name.
Is Carrolyn a girl or boy name?
Carrolyn is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Carrolyn are girls).
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