Declining since 2003, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Kareena since 1970
Babies named Kareena per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 61 |
| 1980s | 145 |
| 1990s | 246 |
| 2000s | 580 |
| 2010s | 377 |
| 2020s | 90 |
Meaning & origin
Kareena first entered U.S. naming records in 1970, a time when parents were increasingly drawn to elaborate feminine names with melodic endings. Its usage climbed steadily through the 1990s, reaching a peak rank in 2002, before entering a gradual decline. By 2025, it ranked 7,133 with a 1-in-107,151 frequency, reflecting its continued but niche presence. The name's appeal likely lies in its soft, three-syllable sound and its resemblance to the internationally popular Karina. While its etymology remains uncertain, Kareena occupies a small but recognizable place in the landscape of modern American names.
Kareena first appeared in U.S. records in 1970, coinciding with a trend for names ending in -ina and -ena. It may derive from Karina, a Scandinavian diminutive of Katherine, or from the Arabic Kareem (generous), adapted as a feminine given name. Its rise in the 1990s and 2000s reflects broader popularity of similar-sounding names like Karina and Serena.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kari, Rina, Karee
Sibling names for Kareena
Names that share Kareena's style, for a brother or sister.
