Carlyn vs Mayvis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Carlyn

Girl #6,613 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"free woman"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,613
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Carly, Carrie, Lynn

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Mayvis

Girl #6,620 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"song thrush, singing bird"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,620
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
May, Mavy, Vis

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Popularity Comparison

Carlyn Rank #6,613
Mayvis Rank #6,620

Carlyn is more popular, ranked #6613 vs #6620 for Mayvis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Carlyn ___

  • Carlyn Rose
  • Carlyn Mae
  • Carlyn Grace
  • Carlyn Jean
  • Carlyn Anne
  • Carlyn Marie

Mayvis ___

  • Mayvis June
  • Mayvis Rose
  • Mayvis Wren
  • Mayvis Fern
  • Mayvis Elise
  • Mayvis Noelle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Carlyn

Brynn Lauren Paige Derek Gavin

If you choose Mayvis

Mavis Iris Pearl Hazel Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carlyn or Mayvis more popular?

Carlyn is more popular, ranked #6613 compared to Mayvis at #6620 in the United States.

What do Carlyn and Mayvis mean?

Carlyn means "free woman" (Germanic origin). Mayvis means "song thrush, singing bird" (Old French origin).

Are Carlyn and Mayvis boy or girl names?

Carlyn is primarily a girl name. Mayvis is primarily a girl name.

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