Karyn

Karyn is a feminine given name with multiple origins and spellings. It is often considered a variant of Karen or Katherine, which have roots in Greek and Hebrew languages. The name Katherine derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, possibly meaning "pure," while Karen is a Danish form of Katherine.

Karyn has been used in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century. It gained popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, though it never reached the same level of popularity as its variant Karen. The name is sometimes spelled Karen, Caryn, or Karynn.

Notable individuals with the name Karyn include American actress Karyn Parsons, known for her role as Hilary Banks in the television sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and Karyn White, an American singer who achieved success in the late 1980s and early 1990s with hits like "Superwoman" and "The Way Love Goes."

The name Karyn has remained moderately popular over the decades, though its usage has declined somewhat in recent years. It continues to be used as a classic name choice for parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive name for their daughters.