Keren Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKER-en / /ˈkɛr.ən/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'horn'; English: diminutive form of Karen
Historical & Cultural Background
Keren is a name of Hebrew origin, commonly used in Jewish communities. In the Bible, Keren is mentioned as one of the daughters of Job. The name has also gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a variant of Karen. Its use has been influenced by cultural and religious contexts.
Trend Summary
Keren has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Karen
- Karyn
International Variants
- Keren (Hebrew)
- Karin (Swedish)
- Caren (English)
Famous people named Keren
Keren Ann Zeidel is a French-Dutch singer-songwriter known for her unique blend of folk and pop music.
Keren Pels is an Israeli singer and songwriter recognized for her contributions to the Israeli music scene.
Keren Cytter is an Israeli video artist and filmmaker whose work has been exhibited internationally.
Keren Elazari is an Israeli security researcher and speaker known for her insights on cybersecurity.
Fictional characters named Keren
Keren is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, representing themes of loyalty and bravery.
Keren is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for her quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Keren was first seen in the United States in 1939. Keren has ranked as high as #1183 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Keren has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Keren (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 11 | |
| FL | 9 | |
| TX | 9 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| MD | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1945 | 10 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1948 | 10 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 11 |
| 1957 | 21 |
| 1958 | 15 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 46 |
| 1964 | 26 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 16 |
| 1968 | 20 |
| 1969 | 12 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 16 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 43 |
| 1975 | 43 |
| 1976 | 46 |
| 1977 | 45 |
| 1978 | 51 |
| 1979 | 47 |
| 1980 | 39 |
| 1981 | 44 |
| 1982 | 43 |
| 1983 | 44 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 44 |
| 1986 | 55 |
| 1987 | 51 |
| 1988 | 50 |
| 1989 | 55 |
| 1990 | 62 |
| 1991 | 64 |
| 1992 | 64 |
| 1993 | 67 |
| 1994 | 62 |
| 1995 | 63 |
| 1996 | 76 |
| 1997 | 65 |
| 1998 | 84 |
| 1999 | 78 |
| 2000 | 100 |
| 2001 | 94 |
| 2002 | 97 |
| 2003 | 119 |
| 2004 | 105 |
| 2005 | 102 |
| 2006 | 124 |
| 2007 | 121 |
| 2008 | 157 |
| 2009 | 134 |
| 2010 | 136 |
| 2011 | 141 |
| 2012 | 122 |
| 2013 | 113 |
| 2014 | 113 |
| 2015 | 121 |
| 2016 | 133 |
| 2017 | 105 |
| 2018 | 128 |
| 2019 | 189 |
| 2020 | 184 |
| 2021 | 132 |
| 2022 | 92 |
| 2023 | 100 |
| 2024 | 87 |