Kareena Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkuh-REE-nuh / kəˈriːnəHindi; Sanskrit
Meaning
Sanskrit: 'pure'; Hindi: 'beloved'
Historical & Cultural Background
Kareena is a name commonly used in India and among Hindi-speaking populations. It gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly due to its association with Bollywood actress Kareena Kapoor. The name is derived from the Sanskrit word 'karina,' which means 'pure' or 'beloved.' It reflects cultural values of affection and purity.
Trend Summary
Kareena has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karina
- Kareena
International Variants
- Karina (Spanish)
- Karyna (Ukrainian)
Famous people named Kareena
Kareena Kapoor is a prominent Indian actress known for her roles in Bollywood films.
Kareena S. K. is an Indian author recognized for her contributions to children's literature.
Kareena K. is a well-known Indian television personality and model.
Kareena K. is a successful Indian entrepreneur in the fashion industry.
Fictional characters named Kareena
Kareena is a character in the Bollywood film 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham,' known for her vibrant personality.
Kareena is a character in the animated series 'Mighty Little Bheem,' who is a friend of the main character.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kareena was first seen in the United States in 1970. Kareena has ranked as high as #1221 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Kareena has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kareena (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 12 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 9 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 31 |
| 1993 | 25 |
| 1994 | 28 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 27 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 69 |
| 2003 | 59 |
| 2004 | 65 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 53 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2008 | 64 |
| 2009 | 54 |
| 2010 | 56 |
| 2011 | 58 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 48 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 33 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 12 |