How Many People Are Named Carylon?

Complete statistics for the name Carylon: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Carylon
Very Rare
Germanic

Carylon is a very rare name with only 792 total births in the U.S. and 537 people still living. It's 1 in 614,679 Americans, and most bearers are over 60.

~537
Living in US
1 in 614,679
Americans
1943
Peak Year

πŸ“– Meaning & Origin

πŸ’¬
Meaning
A variant of Carolyn, likely meaning free woman or song of joy.
🌐
Origin
Germanic
πŸ”’
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Warm Introspective Creative
7
Life Path Number

The number 7 is traditionally associated with introspection, spiritual seeking, and a deep desire to understand the world beneath the surface. People connected to this number tend to be analytical, thoughtful, and drawn to solitude or quiet reflection.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

628
Worldwide Bearers
#332,375
Global Rank
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United States
621
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ England
4
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡Ύ Guyana
1
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡¬ Papua New Guinea
1
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡­ Philippines
1

βš₯ Gender Distribution

β™‚ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
537 (100%)

πŸ“Š Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 76
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
64
Would be 30–60 (8%)
728
Would be over 60 (92%)

All 792 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).

πŸ“ˆ Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1943

Annual US births from SSA records  Β·  Trend: Stable

πŸ† Name Scorecard

Popularity
85
Classic Feel
64
Modern Appeal
36
International
78

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

πŸ“œ Carylon Through the Generations

Carylon has a storied history, with its peak in 1943 when 46 babies were named it. Today, only 537 people carry the name in the U.S., making it incredibly rare. The vast majority, 92%, are over 60, showing a strong connection to the older generation. This stark contrast between its past popularity and current rarity makes it a fascinating name. The gap between the 792 total births and the 537 living individuals is significant, highlighting how many have passed away since their birth. The stable trend suggests that while the name may not be gaining new fans, those who were given it continue to live long lives.

πŸ“ State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 30
Arkansas 12
Tennessee 11
Mississippi 5
North Carolina 5
Oklahoma 5

✨ Similar Names to Carylon

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Carylon's Germanic roots

πŸ“„ About the Name Carylon

How Many People Have the Name Carylon?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 537 people in the United States currently share the name Carylon. That works out to roughly 1 in every 614,679 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Carylon a Common or Rare Name?

Carylon 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.

What Does the Name Carylon Mean?

Carylon means "A variant of Carolyn, likely meaning free woman or song of joy." and comes from Germanic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Carylon in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Carylon Most Popular?

The name Carylon reached peak popularity in 1943, with 46 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Carylon?

Approximately 537 people named Carylon live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 792. That works out to roughly 1 in 614,679 Americans.

Is Carylon a rare name?

Carylon is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 614,679 Americans has this name.

What does the name Carylon mean?

Carylon means "A variant of Carolyn, likely meaning free woman or song of joy." and comes from Germanic origins.

Is Carylon more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Carylon are male and 100% are female.

When was Carylon most popular?

Carylon peaked in 1943 with 46 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US537
All-Time Births792
1 in X1 in 614,679
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age76
Peak Year1943
World Rank#332,375
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.