Carylynn

French, feminine variation of Charles

"free man"

Carylynn Origin and Meaning

The name Carylynn is a girl's name.

Carylynn is a feminine name that combines elements of Carol and Lynn, both classic names with rich histories. Carol derives from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man,' while Lynn comes from a Welsh word meaning 'lake' or can be a shortened form of Linda, meaning 'beautiful.' The combined name Carylynn emerged in the mid-20th century during a trend of creating compound names with the -lynn suffix. Though never reaching widespread popularity, Carylynn has a melodic quality and vintage charm that appeals to parents seeking something feminine yet uncommon. It offers the versatile nicknames Cary, Carol, or Lynn.