Carolyn
/ˈkɛrəlɪn/
Favorites
English
Carolyn is an English name derived from the Germanic 'Karl', meaning 'free man' or 'farmer', combined with the diminutive suffix '-lyn', suggesting 'little woman'. It conveys strength, courage, and resilience, often associated with a grounded, hardworking nature. The name remains a classic choice, evoking both grace and fortitude.
Carolyn Adams
Actress
Carolyn Ann Clark
Actress
Carolyn Bishop
Actress
Carolyn Brandt
Actress, Producer
Carolyn Butler
Actress
Carolyn Cardwell
Actress
Carolyn Carlson
Actress, Writer
Carolyn Carradine
Actress
Carolyn Chiodini-Cable
Writer, Actress, Producer
Carolyn Christian
Actress, Producer, Writer
Carrie
Lyn
Caro
Charts show data based on SSA data only, Roll over the visual for detailed rankings by year.
Similar Names
Explore similar sounding names to find other baby names for you
Kartier
Tereza
Karol
Karla
Karola
Jirina
Georgina
Carole
Jorge
Georges
Georg
Ryland
Caralina
Abhiral
Abheeran
Aabzari
Zorea
Yuri
Yeardley
Tyler
Trevain
Therysah
Theryse
Therysa
Name with the same meaning
Explore other names that mean "Farmer"
Caralina
Carlin
Coralyn
Coralinah
Coraline
Coralin
Coralina
Cherylin
Cherilynah
Cherilinah
Charlynn
Charlyne
Charlynah
Charline
Charlina
Charlinah
Charlin
Charlianne
Charleyne
Charlene
Charlena
Charlenah
Charleina
Charleine