Carolyn Meaning

What does Carolyn mean?

The name Carolyn is of English origin.

The meaning of Carolyn is "free man, strong".

Carolyn is generally used as a girl's name.

It consists of 7 letters and 3 syllables and is pronounced Ca-ro-lyn.

The Given Name Carolyn

Carolyn is a variant of Caroline. See Caroline for further details.

Carolyn is good for parents who want a name that is attractive and chic.

Popular yet refined, the name is a great blend of character and flair.

A luminous name that will be attractive to parents.

Carolyn Popularity

In the U.S. in 2018, it ranked 860 in baby name popularity for girls with 312 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

In contrast, the year before it ranked 837 in baby name popularity for girls with 324 occurrences. Less than 5 boys were given the name.

View the Carolyn Name Popularity Page to see how the popularity trend for Carolyn has changed since 1880, or to compare the popularity of Carolyn to other names.

Carolyn Related Names

Carolyn is a variant of Caroline.

Famous Carolyns

Carolyn Numerology

Want to know how your name choice may effect your child?

Then take a look at the Numerological Report For Carolyn.

It may give you some insight about your new baby.

Children named Carolyn are often irresponsible and plush but most of all they are read more >>

Carolyn Name Fun

Would you like to fingerspell the name Carolyn in American Sign Language?

Then just follow the diagram below.

Be creative with the name Carolyn.

Just for fun, see the name Carolyn in Hieroglyphics, learn about ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics and write a Hieroglyphic message.

Learn about nautical flags and see your name or message written in nautical flags, on the Carolyn in Nautical Flags page.