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Carrine

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Carrine is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Likely a variation of Karen, a Danish short form of Katherine, meaning 'pure'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1919.

Letters7
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Carrine Means

Likely a variation of Karen, a Danish short form of Katherine, meaning 'pure'.

The Story of Carrine

A name that echoes the serene clarity found in the earliest Christian communities, a gentle strength from the past.

Carrine is a variation of Karen, itself a Danish contraction of Katherine. This name's lineage traces back to the Greek 'Aikaterine', a name often interpreted to mean 'pure'. Its presence is felt across centuries, linked to traditions valuing a gentle spirit.

The sound of 'Carrine' suggests an untouched innocence, a calm purity. You envision this name for your daughter, a child who will radiate a kind, gentle presence into the world.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Personality Traits

PureInnocentKindGentle

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Peak Year

#13 in 1919

Total Births

156

First Recorded

1916

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