Karalyn is a unique and captivating name of Welsh origin, meaning 'from Caerleon'. It is derived from the Welsh male name Caradog, which is composed of the elements 'caer' meaning 'fort' and 'dog' meaning 'leader'. The 'lyn' ending gives it a feminine touch. Karalyn has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctiveness and melodic sound. It offers a wonderful balance between being unique yet familiar.
"The name Karalyn saw a significant increase in popularity between the 1960s and the late 1980s, with the highest number of births occurring in 1987 and 1988, both at 31 births each. After peaking in the late 1980s, its popularity steadily declined throughout the 1990s and into the early 2000s. In recent years, Karalyn has become quite rare, with fewer than 10 births recorded annually since 2017."