Karen as a Female Name
Karen is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Karen for a girl get a name with a clear Danish (from Greek) heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Karen means “pure” and is of Danish (from Greek) origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Karin, Karina, Catherine, Katherine, Caren.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Karen across all genders, see the complete Karen name meaning.
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Is Karen a girl's name?+
Karen is most commonly a girl's name. It means “pure” and is of Danish (from Greek) origin.
What does Karen mean?+
Karen means “pure” and originates from Danish (from Greek).