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Carolyn is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'free man'. It evolved from the Latin 'Carolus' through various forms, including Charles and Caroline, before becoming popular as Carolyn. The name is characterized by its classic appeal and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is associated with notable figures in various fields.

The name Carolyn is most popular in Arkansas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Carolyn has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Carolyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4523rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1138th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1371st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2814th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5695th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 155th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 20th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 25th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 99th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 179th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 447th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 933rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Carolyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.