Karylle first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Karylle has been for the last 1 years (from 2009 to 2009) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Karylle

A Filipino feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly meaning "tiny and lovely".

Popularity of Karylle by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Karylle is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2009, there were 8 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Karylle.

Year Male Count Female Count
2009 0 8

The history of the first name Karylle

The name Karylle is a relatively modern name with roots in the Greek language. It is derived from the Greek word "karys," meaning "walnut." The earliest recorded use of this name dates back to the late 20th century, and its popularity appears to be confined primarily to the Philippines.

While the name Karylle does not have a long and storied history like many other given names, it does have some notable bearers. One of the most famous individuals with this name is Karylle Tatlonghari-Yuzon, a Filipino singer, actress, and television host born in 1981. She rose to prominence in the early 2000s and has since established herself as a prominent figure in the Philippine entertainment industry.

Another notable bearer of the name Karylle is Karylle Mendoza, a Filipina model and beauty queen who represented the Philippines in the Miss Earth 2012 pageant. While she did not win the crown, her participation in the prestigious international competition brought attention to her name.

In the realm of literature, Karylle Socker is a Canadian author known for her young adult fiction works, including the novel "The Prophecy of Sisters" published in 2009.

Moving to the field of sports, Karylle Banez is a Filipino professional basketball player who has played for several teams in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) since 2012.

Lastly, Karylle Villanueva is a Filipino businesswoman and entrepreneur who founded the successful fashion and lifestyle brand "Karylle Couture" in the early 2010s.

While the name Karylle may not have a rich and ancient history, its modern bearers have helped to establish it as a unique and memorable name, particularly in the Philippines and among Filipino communities around the world.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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