Caryll

Anglicized variation of Irish Cearbhall

"hacking with a weapon"

Caryll Origin and Meaning

The name Caryll is a boy's name.

Caryll is a gender-neutral name though historically more common for males, with English and Celtic origins. It developed as a variant spelling of Carol or Carroll, which derived from the Germanic name Karl, meaning 'free man' or 'strong man.' In Irish usage, it comes from the surname Ó Cearbhaill, meaning 'descendant of Cearbhall,' a personal name related to 'fierce in battle.' The distinctive 'y' spelling gives Caryll a literary and somewhat aristocratic quality. The name gained some recognition through British author Caryll Houselander. Relatively uncommon in modern usage, Caryll maintains an old-world charm with its classical roots yet unusual spelling. Its gender flexibility makes it versatile while its rarity offers uniqueness without seeming invented or trendy.

Famous People Named Caryll

• Caryll Molyneux 3rd Viscount Molyneux, Irish peer