Charlynn

“lake” — Symbolizes a connection to water

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9748US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

764All-time births

📅 Since 194000

What does Charlynn mean and where does it come from?

Charlynn is a modern, feminine variant of the name Charlotte, which has French and English roots. The addition of 'Lynn' often symbolizes a connection to water, as 'Lynn' means 'lake' or 'waterfall' in various contexts. This name has been popular mainly in the United States and may appeal to parents

Cultural significance

Charlynn has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #2185 in 1952 — currently #9748 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Charlynn?

Charlynn works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Charlynn Grace

How popular is Charlynn right now?

Rising fast — up 6040 spots — currently #9748 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1940–2023#9748 · Top 7.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9748	10	▲ up 6040 · +100% births
2022	#15788	5	▼ down 3563 · -29% births
2020	#12225	7	▼ down 242 · -12% births
2015	#11983	8	▲ up 2747 · +33% births
2005	#14730	6	▼ down 5442 · -40% births
2000	#9288	10	▼ down 1848 · -9% births
1990	#7440	11	▼ down 1295
1985	#6145	11	▲ up 810 · +22% births
1980	#6955	9	▼ down 1275 · -10% births
1975	#5680	10	▼ down 2609 · -55% births
1970	#3071	22	▲ up 782 · +83% births
1965	#3853	12	▼ down 794 · -29% births
1960	#3059	17	▲ up 1214 · +89% births
1955	#4273	9	▼ down 1244 · -31% births
1950	#3029	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Charlynn

Best Year1945Rank #2730

Peak Count22

Average Rank#7351

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1940 - 202317 years

The story of Charlynn

Charlynn entered American naming records in 1940 and has been in use for over 84 years. With 764 total births recorded, Charlynn remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4966 in 1940, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9748 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Charlynn in 1952:

Linda Mary Patricia Deborah Susan

Charlynn by decade

Charlynn peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	91
1950s	148
1960s ★	164
1970s	143
1980s	94
1990s	47
2000s	34
2010s	36
2020s	7

💎Charlynn has only 764 total recorded births since 1940 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Charlynn?

Common

ChaChieChy

What names sound and feel like Charlynn?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Charlynn also consider these

Chaslynn

American · A modern invented

Chazlynn

American · Modern English

Chaylynn

American · a blend of

Sharlynn

American · free man

Cherlynn

American · A beloved name

Carlynn

American · free woman

Harlynn

American · From the hare's

Shaylynn

American · gift from God

Common questions about the name Charlynn

What does the name Charlynn mean?

Charlynn means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Charlynn?

Charlynn is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Charlynn have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Charlynn?

Charlynn originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Charlynn trending right now?

Charlynn is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Charlynn a common or rare name?

Charlynn is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.