Declining since 2020, #2,607 for girls today.
Popularity of Keren since 1939
Babies named Keren per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 54 |
| 1950s | 132 |
| 1960s | 196 |
| 1970s | 355 |
| 1980s | 470 |
| 1990s | 685 |
| 2000s | 1,154 |
| 2010s | 1,301 |
| 2020s | 662 |
Meaning & origin
Keren first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1939, and while it has never been a common choice, it saw a rise in popularity culminating in its peak year of 2020. As of 2025, its rank of 2,607 reflects a 1-in-24,353 incidence among newborn girls. The name's trajectory has been falling since 2020, and it has shown no signs of a revival in the current decade. Geographically, Keren is most often found in Maryland, North Carolina, and Florida. As a modern coinage, its meaning remains open to interpretation, and it carries no deep historical or etymological baggage, making it a distinctive option for parents seeking a rare name with a contemporary feel.
Keren emerged as a given name in the United States around the mid-20th century. It may be a variant of Karen or a shortened form of Kerensa, but its exact derivation is uncertain. The name entered the U.S. Social Security data in 1939 and has seen modest use since, with a peak in 2020.
Where Keren is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Keren” around the world
Where Keren lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
30
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Keren
Names that share Keren's style, for a brother or sister.
