Karine Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-REEN / /kəˈriːn/French; Hebrew
Meaning
French: pure; Hebrew: leader
Historical & Cultural Background
Karine is a variant of the name Karen, which has roots in both French and Hebrew. In French-speaking countries, it is often associated with purity and innocence. The Hebrew origin emphasizes leadership qualities. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in the 20th century.
Trend Summary
The name Karine has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karina
- Karin
International Variants
- Carina (Italian)
- Karin (Swedish)
- Caren (English)
Famous people named Karine
Karine Jean-Pierre is an American political commentator and the White House Press Secretary.
Karine Ferri is a French television presenter and model.
Karine Le Marchand is a French television host and producer.
Karine Vanasse is a Canadian actress known for her roles in film and television.
Fictional characters named Karine
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karine was first seen in the United States in 1917. Karine has ranked as high as #1016 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, New Jersey, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Karine has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karine (2012)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1951 | 5 |
| 1952 | 7 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 11 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 7 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 12 |
| 1965 | 14 |
| 1966 | 53 |
| 1967 | 42 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 29 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 22 |
| 1972 | 18 |
| 1973 | 22 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 28 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 23 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 17 |
| 1985 | 21 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 25 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 29 |
| 1991 | 11 |
| 1992 | 23 |
| 1993 | 30 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 23 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 17 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 20 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 10 |