Declining since 1993.
Popularity of Karrah since 1976
Babies named Karrah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 61 |
| 1980s | 166 |
| 1990s | 313 |
| 2000s | 162 |
| 2010s | 119 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Karrah is a modern feminine name that entered U.S. records in 1976, reflecting a late-20th-century trend of distinctive spellings for established names like Kara or Cara. Its peak year was 1992, after which its usage began a steady decline starting in 1993. Despite falling out of favor over recent decades, Karrah remains a recognizable variant that offers a unique twist on a classic sound. The name's trajectory shows minimal regional concentration, with no top states recorded in its brief history.
Karrah is a contemporary spelling variant of Kara or Cara, names derived from the Latin 'carus' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved.' It emerged in the United States in the late 20th century, first recorded in 1976, and saw a brief peak in 1992 before declining. As a modern invention, it lacks deep historical roots and is primarily a creative respelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kari, Carrie, K
Sibling names for Karrah
Names that share Karrah's style, for a brother or sister.
