Carina
English · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Carina
Carina derives from the Latin word "carus," meaning "dear" or "beloved," and is primarily used as the feminine form of this root.
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Etymology
Carina derives from the Latin word "carus," meaning "dear" or "beloved," and is primarily used as the feminine form of this root. The name is most common in Scandinavian countries (particularly Sweden and Norway), Italian-speaking regions, and other European cultures, with no specific religious association, though it has been borne by Christian saints and historical figures.
Carina currently ranks #1,572 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1995.
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