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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kah-REE-nah /kəˈriːnə/
Origin: Latin; Italian
Meaning: Latin: beloved; Italian: dear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Carina has its roots in Latin, derived from the word "carina," which means "keel" or "hull of a ship." This term is related to the nautical context, symbolizing stability and direction, and it has been used in various forms across different languages. The transition into English occurred through the adoption of Latin names during the Renaissance, when classical influences permeated European culture and language.
The name Carina also has connections to the Greek word "karinos," which carries a similar meaning related to ships and navigation. Historically, Carina has been associated with various cultural and religious contexts.
In Roman mythology, Carina was linked to the constellation Argo Navis, which represented the ship used by Jason and the Argonauts in their quest for the Golden Fleece. This celestial connection further emphasizes the maritime significance of the name.
The name appears in various historical texts and translations, although specific notable figures bearing the name are less documented compared to other names. Nevertheless, Carina's association with the sea has contributed to its enduring presence in literature and art throughout the centuries.
Culturally, Carina has been embraced in various traditions, often symbolizing guidance and protection, akin to the role of a ship's keel in maintaining stability. The name has also been used in various forms across different languages, such as Karina in Slavic cultures, which has its own distinct etymological roots but shares a similar phonetic structure.
The enduring nature of Carina can be attributed to its rich historical background and the universal themes of exploration and adventure associated with its meaning.
Famous people named Carina
In this section, you will find notable people named Carina. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Carina who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Carina who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Carina Lau is an actress best known for Days of Being Wild, The Eagle Shooting Heroes, and The Last Tycoon.
Carina Round is a singer-songwriter best known for her albums The Disconnection, Tigermending, and Things You Should Know.
Carina Wozniacki is a professional tennis player best known for winning the Australian Open and reaching the world No. 1 ranking.
Fictional characters named Carina
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Carina is a fictional character from the film franchise Pirates of the Caribbean. She is a skilled astronomer and the daughter of Captain Hector Barbossa, playing a crucial role in the quest for the Trident of Poseidon.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Carina was first seen in the United States in 1914.
Carina has ranked as high as #732 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida.
In the past 5 years the name Carina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Carina is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Carina was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Carina.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 134 | 0 | 134 |
| 2024 | 147 | 0 | 147 |
| 2023 | 156 | 0 | 156 |
| 2022 | 166 | 0 | 166 |
| 2021 | 169 | 0 | 169 |
| 2020 | 164 | 0 | 164 |
| 2019 | 239 | 0 | 239 |
| 2018 | 236 | 0 | 236 |
| 2017 | 236 | 0 | 236 |
| 2016 | 245 | 0 | 245 |
| 2015 | 248 | 0 | 248 |
| 2014 | 254 | 0 | 254 |
| 2013 | 232 | 0 | 232 |
| 2012 | 225 | 0 | 225 |
| 2011 | 230 | 0 | 230 |
| 2010 | 271 | 0 | 271 |
| 2009 | 314 | 0 | 314 |
| 2008 | 308 | 0 | 308 |
| 2007 | 334 | 0 | 334 |
| 2006 | 308 | 0 | 308 |
| 2005 | 363 | 0 | 363 |
| 2004 | 363 | 0 | 363 |
| 2003 | 401 | 0 | 401 |
| 2002 | 386 | 0 | 386 |
| 2001 | 415 | 0 | 415 |
| 2000 | 460 | 0 | 460 |
| 1999 | 459 | 0 | 459 |
| 1998 | 448 | 0 | 448 |
| 1997 | 449 | 0 | 449 |
| 1996 | 607 | 0 | 607 |
| 1995 | 694 | 5 | 689 |
| 1994 | 568 | 5 | 563 |
| 1993 | 557 | 0 | 557 |
| 1992 | 527 | 7 | 520 |
| 1991 | 493 | 5 | 488 |
| 1990 | 444 | 8 | 436 |
| 1989 | 400 | 0 | 400 |
| 1988 | 329 | 0 | 329 |
| 1987 | 246 | 0 | 246 |
| 1986 | 242 | 0 | 242 |
| 1985 | 256 | 0 | 256 |
| 1984 | 245 | 0 | 245 |
| 1983 | 232 | 5 | 227 |
| 1982 | 240 | 0 | 240 |
| 1981 | 214 | 0 | 214 |
| 1980 | 218 | 0 | 218 |
| 1979 | 196 | 0 | 196 |
| 1978 | 183 | 0 | 183 |
| 1977 | 185 | 0 | 185 |
| 1976 | 148 | 0 | 148 |
| 1975 | 101 | 0 | 101 |
| 1974 | 96 | 0 | 96 |
| 1973 | 81 | 0 | 81 |
| 1972 | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| 1971 | 72 | 0 | 72 |
| 1970 | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| 1969 | 69 | 0 | 69 |
| 1968 | 66 | 0 | 66 |
| 1967 | 49 | 0 | 49 |
| 1966 | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| 1965 | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| 1964 | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| 1963 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| 1962 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1961 | 32 | 0 | 32 |
| 1960 | 17 | 0 | 17 |
| 1959 | 15 | 0 | 15 |
| 1958 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1956 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 1955 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| 1954 | 9 | 0 | 9 |
| 1953 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1947 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1916 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Top States for Carina (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 26 | |
| TX | 19 | |
| NJ | 9 | |
| NY | 9 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| MA | 8 | |
| WA | 7 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| MI | 5 |