Caren Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-en / /ˈkɛr.ən/Latin; Irish
Meaning
Latin: beloved; Irish: pure
Historical & Cultural Background
Caren is derived from the Latin name 'Carina', meaning 'beloved'. It is also considered a variant of the Irish name 'Cairenn', which means 'pure'. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with affection and purity. Its popularity has varied over the decades, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Caren has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline in usage since the 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karen
- Karyn
International Variants
- Caren (Spanish)
- Karin (Swedish)
- Kareen (French)
Famous people named Caren
Caren Marsh-Doll was an American actress known for her work in the 1930s and 1940s.
Caren Horowitz is a notable American author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Caren B. Schwartz is an American psychologist known for her research in developmental psychology.
Caren K. Heller is a prominent American scientist in the field of molecular biology.
Fictional characters named Caren
Caren is a character in the video game series 'Fate/Grand Order', known for her role as a servant.
Caren is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', where she appears as a classmate of the main characters.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Caren was first seen in the United States in 1925. Caren has ranked as high as #754 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Caren has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Caren (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 13 |
| 1939 | 25 |
| 1940 | 49 |
| 1941 | 61 |
| 1942 | 95 |
| 1943 | 83 |
| 1944 | 103 |
| 1945 | 104 |
| 1946 | 153 |
| 1947 | 175 |
| 1948 | 204 |
| 1949 | 174 |
| 1950 | 171 |
| 1951 | 226 |
| 1952 | 191 |
| 1953 | 253 |
| 1954 | 290 |
| 1955 | 283 |
| 1956 | 302 |
| 1957 | 388 |
| 1958 | 280 |
| 1959 | 299 |
| 1960 | 287 |
| 1961 | 284 |
| 1962 | 279 |
| 1963 | 261 |
| 1964 | 270 |
| 1965 | 259 |
| 1966 | 241 |
| 1967 | 196 |
| 1968 | 202 |
| 1969 | 171 |
| 1970 | 172 |
| 1971 | 156 |
| 1972 | 112 |
| 1973 | 148 |
| 1974 | 201 |
| 1975 | 129 |
| 1976 | 117 |
| 1977 | 142 |
| 1978 | 163 |
| 1979 | 130 |
| 1980 | 100 |
| 1981 | 83 |
| 1982 | 76 |
| 1983 | 73 |
| 1984 | 73 |
| 1985 | 72 |
| 1986 | 58 |
| 1987 | 48 |
| 1988 | 53 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1990 | 61 |
| 1991 | 51 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 57 |
| 1994 | 53 |
| 1995 | 31 |
| 1996 | 50 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1999 | 34 |
| 2000 | 47 |
| 2001 | 46 |
| 2002 | 41 |
| 2003 | 44 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 25 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 6 |