The nameKaryn
Karyn is a spelling of Karen. It was a top 400 American name in 1964.
- Girl's name
- American
- Feast day
Meaning
Karyn comes from Karen, the Danish form of Katherine.
Origin
American, from Danish.
History
In the United States Karyn reached 395th place in 1964.
Popularity of the name Karyn
Karyn in the United States
Karyn was most popular in the United States in the 1960s, with 4,311 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Karyn. Its rise began around 1942, and it peaked in 1964. Half of all babies named Karyn in the United States were born before 1969, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Karyn mean?
Karyn comes from Karen, the Danish form of Katherine.
What is the origin of the name Karyn?
American, from Danish.
Is Karyn a girl's or a boy's name?
Karyn is a girl's name.
How popular is the name Karyn?
In 2024, Karyn was the 12811th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 7 births.
What are the variants of the name Karyn?
Variants and related names of Karyn include Catherine, Karen, Karyna and Katherine.