Holding steady.
Popularity of Caryle since 1929
Babies named Caryle per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 66 |
| 1940s | 100 |
| 1950s | 39 |
| 1960s | 20 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Caryle is a rare feminine name that saw its peak popularity in 1938, according to Social Security data. It first appeared in records in 1929, placing it among the American coinages of the early 20th century. The name has remained stable in usage, never entering the top 1,000, and has no notable top-state concentrations. While its etymology is uncertain, it likely derives from the masculine Carl or the surname Carlyle, reflecting a common pattern of adapting surnames and masculine names for girls with a feminine ending. Today, Caryle is an uncommon choice that evokes the vintage style of the 1930s without being widely revived.
Caryle appears to be a feminine given name that emerged in the early 20th century, likely as a respelling of Carlyle or a variant of Carl with the feminine -e ending. The name Carl derives from the Germanic element *karlaz* meaning 'free man.' Caryle saw modest use in the United States, peaking in 1938, but has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Carrie, Cary
Sibling names for Caryle
Names that share Caryle's style, for a brother or sister.
