Karlin

Meaning

Possibly derived from a personal name (Karl) with the -in suffix, or from a place name.

Etymology

Karlin may derive from the personal name Karl with a diminutive or locational suffix -in, common in German and Yiddish surnames. Alternatively, it may relate to the place Karlín in Prague or similar Central European locations.

About the Karlin Surname

Karlin is a surname with multiple possible origins in German, Yiddish, and Central European contexts. It is notably associated with the Karlin-Stolin Hasidic dynasty.

Distribution

Found in German-speaking regions, among Ashkenazi Jewish communities, and in Central Europe.

Notable Bearers

Karlin (Hasidic dynasty), various modern bearers

People with the Karlin Surname