Karana

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Girl Name #60,382 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Karana is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Karana often also consider Yeni, Hristina, Arshia .

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Historical Record

Karana first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.

Over 11 babies have been named Karana in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Karana is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #60,382 for girl names in the US .

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Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#60,382
Total SSA Count
5

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Kar Kay Karie Karaie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Karana

Is Karana a boy or girl name?
Karana is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Karana?
Karana is currently ranked #60382 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Karana?
Common nicknames for Karana include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Karaie.
Is Karana a common or rare name?
Karana is an uncommon name, ranked #60382 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Karana?
Karana pairs well with Yeni, Hristina, Arshia, Kamee in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Karana?
Related spellings include Kara.

About the Name Karana

Karana is a girl name .

Karana is currently ranked #60,382 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Karana include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Karaie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Karana include Kara . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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