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Karine
Pronounced kah-REEN /kəˈriːn/Medium
Meaning: A French, Armenian, and Scandinavian form of Karen, itself from Katherine, 'pure.' In Armenian usage it is a long-established given name. Warm and classic.Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Karine is a European form of Karen, tracing to Katherine, 'pure.' It is well established in French, Armenian, and Scandinavian tradition, reading as an elegant classic -- rare in the U.S. (said 'kah-REEN').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, more familiar abroad. Extremely rare here, elegant, and classic.
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What does the name Karine mean?
Karine is a French, Armenian, and Scandinavian form of Karen/Katherine, meaning 'pure.'
How do you pronounce Karine?
It's said kah-REEN /kəˈriːn/ -- two syllables, stress on the last.
Is Karine a boy or girl name?
Karine is a girl's name.
How popular is Karine?
Karine is an extremely rare name in the U.S.