Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Karine is a feminine name of French origin, derived from the Latin name Carina, meaning 'beloved' or 'dear'. The name has evolved from Carina to Carine and finally to Karine. It is associated with traits of warmth and kindness, and it lacks any direct biblical relevance. The name saw a rise in popularity in the late 20th century, especially in French-speaking regions, and has variants like Carine, Karin, and Karen.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/kəˈrin/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Karine is derived from the French name 'Carine', which itself is a variant of the Latin name 'Carina', meaning 'beloved' or 'dear'.
Meaning
beloved, dear
Language Evolution
Carina, Carine, Karine
Historical Usage
Karine gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in French-speaking countries and among those influenced by French culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Carine, Karin, Karen
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Karine is perceived as a feminine name that conveys warmth and affection, often associated with kindness and friendliness.
Famous People
Karine Jean-Pierre - American political activist and author, Karine Le Marchand - French television presenter
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 53 peak births in 1966
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7673rd of 9107 | 11 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5031st of 9204 | 54 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4988th of 12526 | 116 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2985th of 19264 | 378 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4342nd of 27321 | 338 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7515th of 35406 | 239 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13399th of 30306 | 70 |
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) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
54.32% 1892nd/3483 |
- |
57.37% 2320th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
56.31% 2520th/4475 |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
41.06% 2594th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
50.07% 3737th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
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 California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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 G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7673rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5031st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4988th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2985th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4342nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7515th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13399th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.