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Carolyn Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "carolyn" is "a feminine given name derived from the masculine name charles, meaning 'man' or 'freeman'.", and is used often for "girls".

Name
carolyn
Meaning
a feminine given name derived from the masculine name charles, meaning 'man' or 'freeman'.
Pronunciation
ker-É™-lin
Used for
girls
Syllables
3

Carolyn Name Details

The name Carolyn originated as a feminine form of the name Charles, which was derived from the Germanic name Karl. Karl was originally a nickname meaning 'man' or 'freeman'. Carolyn gained popularity in the English-speaking world in the early 20th century and has remained a popular choice for girls ever since.

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