Caryl

Caryl is a given name used in English-speaking countries. It is most commonly a feminine form of Carol, but it has also been employed as a masculine name. The spelling Caryl is generally considered a variant of Carol, Carole, Carroll, or Cary, and can be found in a range of cultures and periods.

In notable usage, Caryl Churchill (born 1938) is a British playwright known for experimental and politically engaged works such as Top Girls. Caryl Phillips (born 1956) is a Guyanese-British writer who has published novels and essays. Caryl Chessman (1921–2010) was an American author and convicted criminal who wrote extensively from prison.

Beyond given name usage, Caryl appears occasionally as a surname, though this is far less common than its use as a first name. Variant spellings include Caryll, Carroll, Carol, Carole, and Cary.