Carelyn
girl nameCarelyn entered the US charts in 1959, peaked at #6245 in 1959, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1959–2025
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rank today
#6245
peak (1959)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #6245 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Carelyn are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Carelyn alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carelyn in 2025?
- Carelyn is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Carelyn most popular?
- Carelyn peaked in 1959, reaching #6245 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carelyn with classmates?
- Carelyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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