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How to Pronounce Carolyn

Carolyn / kehruhlihn /

The name Carolyn is a Unisex name of English origin meaning "Free man". It is pronounced kehruhlihn.

English Unisex

Carolyn is a English name meaning "Free man". Derived from Charles, which originates from the Germanic name Karl, meaning "free man" or "strong".

Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic kehruhlihn
IPA kɛɹəlɪn

Say it as kehruhlihn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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How do you pronounce Carolyn?
Carolyn is pronounced kehruhlihn.
What is the correct pronunciation of Carolyn?
The correct pronunciation of Carolyn is kehruhlihn (IPA: kɛɹəlɪn).
Is Carolyn a English name?
Yes, Carolyn is a English name meaning "Free man".

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