Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Karah is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'to call' or 'to summon'. It has evolved from forms like Kara to its current form. It is perceived positively in modern times, often associated with strength. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛɹə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Karah is derived from the Hebrew word 'karah', which means 'to call' or 'to summon'.
Meaning
to call, to summon
Language Evolution
Kara, Karah
Historical Usage
The name Karah has been used in various cultures but gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Kara, Karah
Modern Popularity & Image
Karah is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Karah Kline, Karah McKinney
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 131 peak births in 2000
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4385th of 19264 | 211 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1827th of 27321 | 1,131 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1967th of 35406 | 1,566 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4558th of 30306 | 366 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
- |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
87.17% 3525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.82% 1541st/3685 |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
35.93% 1866th/5194 |
43.34% 2738th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.82% 1687th/4582 |
54.47% 2813th/5164 |
25.19% 1842nd/7313 |
33.70% 2515th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
- |
62.52% 4265th/6822 |
71.45% 4484th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Texas across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4385th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1827th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1967th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4558th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.