Carlin

What does the baby name Carlin mean? Learn about what Carlin means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Carlin - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Carlin: C-A-R-L-I-N, is a 6-letter male given name.
Pronunciation of Carlin: KAHR-lin; KAR lin
Meaning of Carlin: Little champion, descendant of charles.
Origin of Carlin: The name 'Carlin' has origins in both Irish and Scottish Gaelic. In Irish, it is derived from the Gaelic surname Ó Cairealláin, which means 'descendant of Caireallán'. In Scottish Gaelic, it is derived from the Gaelic word 'carlin', which means 'old woman' or 'witch'.; Celebrity Names; Celtic Names; Gaelic Names; Irish Names; Place Names; Surname Names
Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Carlin: Carling
Popularity of Carlin: The name 'Carlin' has had moderate popularity over the years. It has not been consistently ranked among the top names in any particular country.; Carlin currently has no likes. Be the first to like this name.

Etymology of Carlin

The Irish surname Ó Cairealláin, from which 'Carlin' is derived, is composed of the elements 'ó', meaning 'descendant of', and 'Caireallán', a personal name of uncertain origin. The Scottish Gaelic word 'carlin' has its roots in Old Norse and Middle English, where it referred to an old woman or witch.

Cultural Significance of Carlin

In Irish culture, the surname Ó Cairealláin holds significance as a family name, indicating a person's connection to the Caireallán lineage. In Scottish culture, the word 'carlin' was used to refer to an older woman or a witch, but it does not hold any specific cultural or symbolic significance.