Holding steady.
Popularity of Carrolyn since 1933
Babies named Carrolyn per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 36 |
| 1940s | 157 |
| 1950s | 68 |
| 1960s | 16 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Carrolyn is a rare and distinctive spelling of the classic Carolyn. First recorded in 1933, it reached its highest usage in 1942, during the heyday of similar feminine names ending in -lyn. The name has remained stable at low frequency, never cracking the top ranks, and as of 2025 it remains an uncommon but recognizable choice. Though it never charted nationally, state-level data shows scattered use across the U.S. The double 'r' spelling gives it a unique identity while retaining the familiar sound of Carolyn.
Carrolyn is a modern spelling variant of Carolyn or Caroline, ultimately from the French form of Carolina, a feminine derivative of Carolus (Charles). The name has been in use in the United States since the early 20th century, with the Carrolyn spelling first recorded in 1933. It saw modest use during the 1940s, peaking in 1942, and has remained stable at low frequency since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Carrie, Lyn, Carol, Caro
Sibling names for Carrolyn
Names that share Carrolyn's style, for a brother or sister.
