Holding steady.
Popularity of Karalyne since 1993
Babies named Karalyne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 53 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Karalyne is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1993. It reached its peak popularity in 2013, though even then it remained uncommon. The name falls into the creative spelling trend of the 2000s and 2010s, blending elements of Kara and Caroline. Despite its low rank, it has maintained a stable trajectory, suggesting steady but infrequent usage.
Karalyne is a modern elaboration of Caroline, the French feminine form of Carolus, which is the Latin form of Charles. The name Charles derives from the Germanic word 'karlaz', meaning 'free man'. Karalyne emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, likely as a creative variation combining 'Kara' with the popular -lyne suffix.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kara, Lyn, Carrie, Lynnie
Sibling names for Karalyne
Names that share Karalyne's style, for a brother or sister.
