Karin

Girl's name

Karin is a variant of the name Katherine, which is of Greek origin meaning "pure."

Meaning Pure
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 13 Falling
Peak year 1970

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Karin Konoval - Actress known for "War for the Planet of the Apes."
  • Karin Viard - French actress in "Delicatessen" and "Polisse."
  • Karin Dreijer - Swedish singer in electronic duo The Knife.
  • Karin Slaughter - Crime novelist with "The Good Daughter" series.
  • Karin Boye - Swedish poet and novelist.
  • Karin Enke - German speed skater, Olympic gold medalist.
  • Karin Knapp - Italian tennis player, reached WTA singles final.
  • Karin Fossum - Norwegian crime writer, Inspector Sejer series.
  • Karin Housley - American politician, Minnesota State Senator.
  • Karin Ontiveros - Mexican beauty queen, Miss Universe contestant.

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