Karon Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAR-on / /ˈkɛərən/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Pure; Hebrew: Horn
Historical & Cultural Background
Karon is often considered a variant of the name Karen, which gained popularity in the mid-20th century. The name has roots in Hebrew, where it means 'horn' or 'ray of light.' In English-speaking countries, it has been used as a feminine name since the 1940s. The name has also been associated with various cultural references over the years.
Trend Summary
Karon has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable decline since the 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karen
- Karyn
International Variants
- Karin (Swedish)
- Caren (German)
Famous people named Karon
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Fictional characters named Karon
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Karon was first seen in the United States in 1933. Karon has ranked as high as #745 nationally, which occurred in 1948, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Karon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Karon (1977)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 22 |
| 1938 | 24 |
| 1939 | 69 |
| 1940 | 105 |
| 1941 | 128 |
| 1942 | 187 |
| 1943 | 203 |
| 1944 | 187 |
| 1945 | 180 |
| 1946 | 240 |
| 1947 | 236 |
| 1948 | 264 |
| 1949 | 203 |
| 1950 | 221 |
| 1951 | 188 |
| 1952 | 208 |
| 1953 | 172 |
| 1954 | 202 |
| 1955 | 207 |
| 1956 | 244 |
| 1957 | 218 |
| 1958 | 206 |
| 1959 | 164 |
| 1960 | 184 |
| 1961 | 188 |
| 1962 | 160 |
| 1963 | 160 |
| 1964 | 153 |
| 1965 | 130 |
| 1966 | 102 |
| 1967 | 77 |
| 1968 | 92 |
| 1969 | 74 |
| 1970 | 75 |
| 1971 | 57 |
| 1972 | 34 |
| 1973 | 47 |
| 1974 | 34 |
| 1975 | 52 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 46 |
| 1978 | 24 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 19 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 20 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 19 |
| 1993 | 17 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |