Karlyn
girl name#6546 in 2025Karlyn entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #1776 in 1968, ranks #6546 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
#6546
rank today
#1776
peak (1968)
17
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5061 |
| 1930s | #2478 |
| 1940s | #2173 |
| 1950s | #2314 |
| 1960s | #2226 |
| 1970s | #3231 |
| 1980s | #3268 |
| 1990s | #3057 |
| 2000s | #4274 |
| 2010s | #5228 |
| 2020s | #9321 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Karlyn has been most popular in TX.
Living bearers
About 2,100 people named Karlyn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Karlyn alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Karlyn in 2025?
- Karlyn ranks #6546 among US girl names in 2025, with 17 babies given the name.
- When was the name Karlyn most popular?
- Karlyn peaked in 1968, reaching #1776 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Karlyn with classmates?
- Karlyn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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