How Many People Are Named Charlyn?

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

Charlyn
Very Rare
English surname used as a first name

Charlyn is a unique name with roots in English surnames, making it a rare find among today's names. With only 1,438 people bearing this name in the US, it's estimated that 1 in 229,461 Americans is named Charlyn, truly setting it apart. This classic name peaked in popularity back in 1947, but its charm continues to resonate with those who appreciate its vintage flair.

~1,438
Living in US
1 in 229,461
Americans
1947
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
English surname used as a first name
🌐
Origin
English surname used as a first name
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Determined Charismatic Traditional
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

16,269
Worldwide Bearers
#43,924
Global Rank
🇵🇭 Philippines
13,010
🇺🇸 United States
2,404
🇨🇷 Costa Rica
119
🇨🇦 Canada
118
🇿🇦 South Africa
77
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
43
🇻🇪 Venezuela
40
🇶🇦 Qatar
38
🇲🇾 Malaysia
37
🇲🇽 Mexico
27

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
1,438 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 60
234
Would be under 30 (13%)
616
Would be 30–60 (34%)
974
Would be over 60 (53%)

All 1,824 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: 1947

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
91
Classic Feel
73
Modern Appeal
27
International
97

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

📜 Charlyn Through the Generations

Charlyn, a name steeped in history, has seen its peak in 1947 when 42 babies were given this moniker. Today, the name's legacy lives on with around 1,438 individuals carrying it across the United States. The majority of these, 53%, are over 60 years old, indicating a strong connection to older generations. Among the remaining, 234 are under 30, and 616 fall within the 30 to 60 age range, showing a slow decline in usage but maintaining a steady presence in the name landscape.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 92
Illinois 21
Texas 16
Michigan 10
Utah 5

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Charlyn's English surname used as a first name roots

📄 About the Name Charlyn

How Many People Have the Name Charlyn?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,438 people in the United States currently share the name Charlyn. That works out to roughly 1 in every 229,461 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Charlyn a Common or Rare Name?

Charlyn 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 Charlyn Mean?

Charlyn means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Charlyn Most Popular?

The name Charlyn reached peak popularity in 1947, with 42 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly 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 Charlyn?

Approximately 1,438 people named Charlyn live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,824. That works out to roughly 1 in 229,461 Americans.

Is Charlyn a rare name?

Charlyn is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 229,461 Americans has this name.

What does the name Charlyn mean?

Charlyn means "English surname used as a first name" and comes from English surname used as a first name origins.

Is Charlyn more male or female?

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

When was Charlyn most popular?

Charlyn peaked in 1947 with 42 births that year. Current trend: Slowly 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.

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 US1,438
All-Time Births1,824
1 in X1 in 229,461
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age60
Peak Year1947
World Rank#43,924
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.