How Many People Are Named Caryn?
Complete statistics for the name Caryn: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Caryn, a very rare female name, is held by just 11,002 people in the US, making up 1 in 29,994 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1965 with 492 births, showing a steady decline since then.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, wisdom, and spiritual growth.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 55All 12,182 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: 1965Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Caryn Through the Generations
Caryn has seen its most significant presence during the mid-20th century, particularly in 1965 when it reached its peak with 492 births. Over the decades, the name has maintained a small but dedicated following, with current estimates suggesting around 11,002 individuals carry it today. Interestingly, Caryn's demographic is fairly evenly distributed across different age groups, with 4% under 30, 57% aged 30-60, and 39% over 60, indicating a name that bridges classic and modern sensibilities.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Caryn's American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Caryn
How Many People Have the Name Caryn?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 11,002 people in the United States currently share the name Caryn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 29,994 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Caryn a Common or Rare Name?
Caryn 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 Caryn Mean?
Caryn means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Caryn in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Caryn Most Popular?
The name Caryn reached peak popularity in 1965, with 492 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 Caryn?
Approximately 11,002 people named Caryn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 12,182. That works out to roughly 1 in 29,994 Americans.
Is Caryn a rare name?
Caryn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 29,994 Americans has this name.
What does the name Caryn mean?
Caryn means "modern coinage, evokes strength" and comes from American coinage origins.
Is Caryn more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Caryn are male and 100% are female.
When was Caryn most popular?
Caryn peaked in 1965 with 492 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.