Carolyn vs Mary
Carolyn
Gender: boy
Origin: English
Meaning: Free woman
Peak: 1942 (1.44%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Carolyn | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.08% | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 0.06% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | 0.06% | 5.26% |
| 1910 | 0.08% | 5.44% |
| 1920 | 0.13% | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.32% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 1.07% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 0.89% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 0.45% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.25% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.11% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.08% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.05% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Carolyn or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Carolyn peaked in 1942 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Carolyn and Mary mean?
Carolyn means "Free woman" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".