Karsynn
A feminine variant of the masculine name Carson, possibly derived from "son of the marsh dweller".
Name Census estimates that about 368 living Americans carry the first name Karsynn. It is a predominantly female name (95.1% of registrations). The average person named Karsynn today is around 10 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Karsynn births was 2015 (34 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Karsynn. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
368
~ 1 in 931,398 Americans
Peak year
2015
34 babies that year
Average age
10
years old
2023 SSA rank
#11,524
Tracked since 2004
Gender
Gender distribution for Karsynn
Karsynn leans heavily female at 95.1% of total registrations, but 18 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Karsynn as a male name
- Ranked #11,524 in 2023
- 6 male births in 2023
- Peak: 2022 (7 births)
Karsynn as a female name
- Ranked #11,585 in 2024
- 8 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2015 (34 births)
Popularity
Karsynn: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Karsynn from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 247 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2010s peak, Karsynn remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Karsynn by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Karsynn during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Karsynns live
Origin
Meaning and history of Karsynn
The name Karsynn has its roots in the ancient Germanic language. It is derived from the Old Norse word "karsi," which means "warrior" or "fighter." The name gained popularity during the Viking era, when warriors and explorers were revered for their bravery and strength.
In the early Middle Ages, the name Karsynn was commonly found in Scandinavian regions, particularly in Norway and Sweden. It was often given to boys born into families with a strong military or seafaring tradition, as it symbolized courage, resilience, and a fearless spirit.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Karsynn can be found in the Icelandic sagas, which were written between the 12th and 14th centuries. These sagas chronicled the lives and adventures of notable Vikings, and it is possible that some of the characters depicted in these tales bore the name Karsynn.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Karsynn. One such figure was Karsynn the Bold (c. 975 – 1038), a Norwegian Viking who was renowned for his exploits as a fearless raider and skilled navigator. He is said to have led numerous expeditions across the North Atlantic, venturing as far as Greenland and Newfoundland.
Another notable bearer of the name was Karsynn of Uppsala (c. 1120 – 1188), a Swedish clergyman and scholar who served as the Archbishop of Uppsala during the late 12th century. He played a crucial role in the establishment of the Church in Sweden and is remembered for his efforts to promote education and learning.
In the 15th century, a Scottish nobleman named Karsynn MacLeod (c. 1420 – 1490) gained recognition for his bravery and leadership during the Wars of Scottish Independence. He was a staunch supporter of King Robert the Bruce and is said to have fought alongside him in several battles against the English.
Moving forward in time, Karsynn Eriksson (1849 – 1926) was a Swedish explorer and anthropologist who made significant contributions to the study of indigenous cultures in Scandinavia and the Arctic regions. He spent many years living among the Sami people, documenting their traditions and way of life.
Finally, Karsynn Andersson (1901 – 1975) was a renowned Norwegian architect who left a lasting impact on the modern architectural landscape of Oslo. Some of his most notable works include the Oslo City Hall and the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet.
These are just a few examples of the individuals who have borne the name Karsynn throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and embodying the spirit of bravery and determination that the name represents.
People
Karsynn + last name combinations
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Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Karsynn: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Karsynn?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 368 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Karsynn going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 931,398 US residents.
Is Karsynn a common name?
We classify Karsynn as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 371 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Karsynn most popular?
The single biggest year for Karsynn was 2015, when 34 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Karsynn is about 10 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Karsynn in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Karsynn a female name?
Yes, 95.1% of people registered as Karsynn in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Karsynn still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Karsynn in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Karsynn can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Karsynn?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.