Holding steady.
Popularity of Karrin since 1950
Babies named Karrin per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1990, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Karrin's real moment was 1972.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 16 |
| 1960s | 83 |
| 1970s | 84 |
| 1980s | 69 |
| 1990s | 74 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Karrin is a variant spelling of Karen, the Danish short form of Katherine. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1950, but unlike the mid-century explosion of Karen, Karrin remained a rare choice. Its peak year was 1972, the same decade when Karen reached its height. Since then, Karrin's trajectory has been stable, with very few annual births. The double 'r' spelling gives this name a distinctive look while staying close to the familiar sound of Karen. For parents seeking an uncommon alternative to a classic name, Karrin offers a subtle twist without straying far from tradition.
Karrin is a respelled variant of Karen, which itself is the Danish short form of Katherine. The name Katherine derives from the Greek Aikaterinē, of debated origin, but traditionally associated with katharos meaning 'pure'. The spelling Karrin, with double 'r', emerged in the United States in the mid-20th century, likely influenced by surnames or a desire for distinctive spelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kar, Kari, Rin
Sibling names for Karrin
Names that share Karrin's style, for a brother or sister.
