Carynne

French variation of Greek Korinna

"maiden"

Carynne Origin and Meaning

The name Carynne is a girl's name.

Carynne is a feminine name that appears to be a stylized variant of Carin, Karen, or Corinne. The name likely derives from either Karin (a Scandinavian form of Katherine meaning "pure") or Corinne (from the Greek name Korinna, possibly meaning "maiden"). This particular spelling with the distinctive "y" and double "n" gives the traditional name a more contemporary and unique appearance. Carynne combines familiar sounds with unusual spelling, creating something recognizable yet distinctive. The name peaked in limited usage during the 1970s and early 1980s when creative spellings of traditional names were becoming more popular. Carynne carries a somewhat sophisticated, feminine quality while maintaining its individuality through the specialized spelling.