What is the origin of the name Kerena?

Kerena is a name of Greek origin.

How do you pronounce Kerena?

Kerena is pronounced kuh-REE-nuh.

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GirlGreek

Kerena

kuh-REE-nuh

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

Peak Year

#8 in 1997

First Recorded

1988

Style

Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Kerena is a variant of Karina, likely derived from Catherine, meaning 'pure'. The name has Greek origins.

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Keri Rena Kay

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Nicknames

Keri Rena Kay

Spelling Variations

Karina Kareena Karin

Similar Names

Katrina Karis Caitlin Serena

Personality Traits

KindGentleIndependentCreative

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