Carlin
girl name#6546 in 2025Carlin entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2436 in 1950, ranks #6546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
#6546
rank today
#2436
peak (1950)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5037 |
| 1930s | #3616 |
| 1940s | #3369 |
| 1950s | #3316 |
| 1960s | #3868 |
| 1970s | #4080 |
| 1980s | #3510 |
| 1990s | #2834 |
| 2000s | #4209 |
| 2010s | #5157 |
| 2020s | #6094 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Carlin has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 1,800 people named Carlin are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Carlin alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carlin in 2025?
- Carlin ranks #6546 among US girl names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Carlin most popular?
- Carlin peaked in 1950, reaching #2436 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carlin with classmates?
- Carlin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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