How Many People Are Named Carolyne?
Complete statistics for the name Carolyne: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Carolyne is a very rare female name, with only 1 in 139,669 Americans bearing it today, making just 2,363 people named Carolyne in the US. The name peaked in popularity back in 1942 with 108 births, showing how its usage has been declining over the years.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the life path number 3 are believed to be creative and expressive.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 65All 3,578 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1942Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Carolyne Through the Generations
Carolyne has seen a steady decline since its peak in 1942, with a significant portion of those named Carolyne being over 60, indicating an older generation preference. Among the 2,363 living Carolynes in the US, 696 are under 30, 633 are between 30 and 60, and 2,249 are over 60, reflecting a name that's more commonly found among older individuals. This trend suggests that while the name remains cherished by some, it's becoming less common among younger parents.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Carolyne's French roots
📄 About the Name Carolyne
How Many People Have the Name Carolyne?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,363 people in the United States currently share the name Carolyne. That works out to roughly 1 in every 139,669 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Carolyne a Common or Rare Name?
Carolyne is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Carolyne in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Carolyne Most Popular?
The name Carolyne reached peak popularity in 1942, with 108 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Carolyne?
Approximately 2,363 people named Carolyne live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,578. That works out to roughly 1 in 139,669 Americans.
Is Carolyne a rare name?
Carolyne is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 139,669 Americans has this name.
What does the name Carolyne mean?
The meaning and origin of Carolyne are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Carolyne more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Carolyne are male and 100% are female.
When was Carolyne most popular?
Carolyne peaked in 1942 with 108 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.