Karess
Karess is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,266 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
Karess first appeared in US Social Security records in 1975.
Over 112 babies have been named Karess in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Karess is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #22,266 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,266
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Karess
Karess is a girl name .
Karess is currently ranked #22,266 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Karess include Kar, Kay, Karie, and Kareie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Karess include Karen, Karely, Kareli . 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