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Name Origin

Caryl is a variant spelling of Carol, which has Germanic origins. It traditionally means 'free man' or 'joyful song'.

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Famous People

Caryl Churchill (1938-)

Playwright

  • Groundbreaking feminist playwright
  • Known for experimental and politically charged works like 'Cloud Nine' and 'Top Girls'

Caryl Phillips (1958-)

Novelist

  • Award-winning author exploring themes of race, identity, and colonialism
  • Notable works include 'The Final Passage', 'Cambridge' and 'A Distant Shore'