Karina Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-REE-nah / /kəˈriː.nə/Latin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: pure; Spanish: dear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Karina has roots in Latin, where it is derived from 'carina,' meaning 'pure.' It is also popular in Spanish-speaking countries, where it conveys affection. The name gained popularity in the 20th century and has been used in various cultures, often associated with beauty and purity.
Trend Summary
Karina has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Carina
- Karyna
International Variants
- Karina (Spanish)
- Carina (Italian)
- Karine (French)
Famous people named Karina
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Fictional characters named Karina
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karina was first seen in the United States in 1977. Karina has ranked as high as #1175 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Karina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karina (1977)
No state data available for this year.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1985 | 13 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 16 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 11 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |