Kareen: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: k-ahr-eh-ehn
Origin: Germany
gender-male

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Updated on Sep 02, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Central Europe
Meaning: Pure distant, far away

With roots that suggest purity and distance, the name Kareen carries an almost ethereal quality. It evokes imagery of someone who is set apart, noble, and elevated—pure in spirit yet distant in mystery. This makes Kareen a strong and rare choice for parents seeking a name that blends virtue with uniqueness.

Kareen Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Kareen is currently #35167 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Kareen is currently #15079 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Kareen is currently #14375 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Kareen is currently #6105 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Kareen is currently #17430 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Kareen is currently #7409 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Kareen is currently #14478 on Kiindred Australian Names

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