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Carolyn
GirlMeaning of Carolyn: German: 'free man'
Carolyn is a girl's name most strongly associated with German naming. It has 7 letters and 3 syllables, and it is a timeless pick that has stayed popular for over a century — 1182nd most popular girls' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#1182
185 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
558,397
First recorded 1880 · peak 1947
Trend
falling
Style: classic
Popularity over time
Gender split
0% boys · 100% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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