Corolyn is of American origin, derived from the popular given name Carol and combined with the suffix -lyn. This creates a unique feminine name that has gained some popularity in recent years. The name Corolyn is often associated with warmth and approachability due to its similarity to familiar names like Carolyn and Corinne.
The name Corolyn appears to have been moderately popular during the mid-20th century, with a noticeable peak in the late 1940s and early 1950s, followed by a steady decline thereafter. It is interesting to note that there was a brief resurgence in popularity in the late 1960s and early 1970s, with six births recorded each year between 1969 and 1970. Overall, there were a total of thirty-four babies named Corolyn born over this period.