Karina
Karina is a girl name of Scandinavian origin meaning “Pure, beloved”, pronounced kah-REE-nah. It ranked #750 in the United States in 2025, given to 363 babies, and peaked at #108 in 1996. Common nicknames: Kari, Rina, Nina.
How popular is Karina in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Karina mean, and where does it come from?
Karina is the Scandinavian and Slavic elaboration of Karin, itself the Nordic form of Katherine — conventionally read as "pure" — with a second line running through the Latin cara, "beloved," and the Italian Carina. It is used from Norway to Russia to Argentina, which is unusual reach for a name of its size. American records hold it from 1956; it entered the top thousand in 1969 and peaked in 1996. Anna Karina, the face of the French New Wave, was born Hanne Karin Bayer.
How is Karina used around the world?
Karina is used in 8 languages worldwide, with 8+ international variants.
TypeFemale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Karina?
Famous People Named Karina
- Anna Karina — Danish-French actress of the French New Wave
- Karina LeBlanc — Canadian international goalkeeper and Olympic medallist
- Karina Bryant — British judoka and Olympic medallist
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Karina mean?
Karina is a girl name of Scandinavian origin meaning "Pure, beloved." Karina is the Scandinavian and Slavic elaboration of Karin, itself the Nordic form of Katherine — conventionally read as "pure" — with a second line running through the Latin cara, "beloved," and the Italian Carina. It is used from Norway to Russia to Argentina, which is unusual reach for a name of its size.
How do you pronounce Karina?
Karina is pronounced kah-REE-nah. Common variations include Carina, Karyna, Corina.
Is Karina a girl name?
Yes, Karina is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Kari, Rina, Nina.