Find out how popular the first name Karynn has been for the last 41 years (from 1977 to 2017) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Karynn by gender

Based on the last 41 years of data, Karynn is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2017, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Karynn.

The history of the first name Karynn

The name Karynn is a modern English variant of the name Karen, which has its origins in the Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish languages. The name Karen is derived from the ancient Greek name Katharine, which means "pure" or "innocent."

In the Middle Ages, the name Katharine was widespread throughout Europe, with notable bearers including Saint Katharine of Alexandria, a 4th-century Christian martyr. The name was also borne by several European royals, such as Katharine of Aragon, the first wife of King Henry VIII of England.

The spelling variation Karynn emerged in the 20th century as a means of modernizing and personalizing the traditional name. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Karynn was in 1920, when American actress Karynn Munro was born.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals named Karynn. Karynn Polito, born in 1966, is an American politician who has served as the Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts since 2015. Karynn Upshaw, born in 1971, is a former American professional basketball player who won two Olympic gold medals with the United States women's national basketball team.

Karynn Rae, born in 1971, is a Canadian singer-songwriter and musician, known for her work with the band Leather Uppers. Karynn Bell, born in 1975, is an American professional golfer who has won several tournaments on the LPGA Tour.

Karynn Martinson, born in 1980, is a Canadian actress and producer, best known for her role in the television series Traders. Despite its relatively recent emergence, the name Karynn has gained recognition and prominence across various fields, reflecting its unique and modern appeal.

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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