Karine
Karine is a girl baby name. Ranked #11,567 in the US, popular nicknames include Kar, Kay, and Karie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Karine first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 1,119 babies have been named Karine in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karine is past its peak , currently ranked #11,567 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #11,567
- Total SSA Count
- 10
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Karine
Karine is a girl name .
Karine is currently ranked #11,567 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karine include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Kariie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karine include Karina, Kari, Karis, Kariyah, Karissa . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis