Karinne Girl

Popularity: · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kuh-REEN //kəˈriːn//

Origin: French; Latin

Meaning: French: pure; Latin: beloved

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Karinne is believed to be a variant of the name Karen, which has its roots in the Danish form of Katherine. The etymology of Katherine can be traced back to the Greek name Aikaterine, which is thought to derive from the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This name was adopted into Latin as Catharina and subsequently made its way into various languages, including Old French, before becoming popular in English.

The transition into English saw the name evolve into several forms, including Karen and its diminutive, Karrie, with Karinne emerging as a modern variant that reflects contemporary naming trends. Historically, the name Katherine has been associated with several notable figures, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr from the 4th century, who became a symbol of wisdom and learning.

Her legacy contributed to the name's enduring popularity in Christian contexts, particularly during the Middle Ages when many saints' names were adopted into common use. The name Katherine was also used by various queens and noblewomen throughout history, further solidifying its status in European culture.

Culturally, the name Karinne, as a derivative of Katherine, carries connotations of purity and strength, reflecting the characteristics associated with its historical roots. The name has been embraced in various cultures, often symbolizing a connection to heritage and tradition.

Variants such as Karen and Karrie have also been popular in different contexts, showcasing the adaptability of the name across languages and cultures. Overall, Karinne stands as a modern interpretation of a name steeped in historical significance and cultural resonance.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Karinne was first seen in the United States in 1967.

Karinne has ranked as high as #7114 nationally, which occurred in 1979, and has been most popular in California.

In the past 5 years the name Karinne has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Karinne 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 Karinne 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 Karinne.

Year Total Births Girl
2017 7 7
2015 5 5
2012 5 5
2010 5 5
2009 8 8
2008 5 5
2007 7 7
2006 10 10
2005 10 10
2004 8 8
2003 9 9
2002 12 12
2001 6 6
2000 11 11
1999 11 11
1998 5 5
1997 10 10
1996 10 10
1995 9 9
1994 8 8
1993 9 9
1992 7 7
1991 7 7
1990 11 11
1989 8 8
1988 11 11
1987 10 10
1985 9 9
1984 6 6
1983 6 6
1982 6 6
1981 9 9
1979 15 15
1978 9 9
1968 5 5
1967 5 5

Top States for Karinne (1996)

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 5
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