Name Profile
Karen
“Pure” — Danish
GirlDanish2 syllablesCurrent rank #187 (2008)
About Karen
The crisp and clear Danish girl's name Karen offers a beautiful sense of simplicity with its meaning, "pure." This familiar favorite carries a no-nonsense charm and a timeless, international appeal.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginDanish
Syllables2
Nicknames for Karen
RenKarKary
Popularity in the U.S.
Karen is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Karen popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Karen had 1,816 births in 2008.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 2,172 | #149 |
| 2000 | 2,173 | #153 |
| 2001 | 2,194 | #148 |
| 2002 | 2,223 | #150 |
| 2003 | 2,331 | #141 |
| 2004 | 2,165 | #155 |
| 2005 | 2,064 | #164 |
| 2006 | 2,029 | #173 |
| 2007 | 2,172 | #165 |
| 2008 | 1,816 | #187 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Karen mean?
Karen is commonly linked to the meaning Pure and is associated with Danish roots.
Is Karen a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Karen is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
What are common nicknames for Karen?
Popular nicknames include Ren, Kar, Kary.