Pure
Caryn is a mid-20th-century American spelling variant of Karen. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is widely associated with the Greek word 'katharos', meaning pure.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Caryn in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Three-time Olympic medalist in rowing
Birth name of actress and comedian Whoopi Goldberg
Television producer of Peaky Blinders and Roseanne
