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Karen

Karen (KAR-en)

Meaning of the name Karen

Orginated in old Greek from the elements 'carus' meaing 'dear' and 'katharos' meaning 'pure' . The name evolved as a Scandinavian form of Katharina and has diminished in popularity in recent years.

Origin of the name Karen

Greek

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