Caren
Caren: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Caren
- A female given name from Ancient Greek, a less common spelling of Karen.
How popular is Caren?
Since 1880, 9,560 girls in the U.S. have been named Caren. Its highest rank for girls was #485 in 1957. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Caren
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Caren
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Caren FAQ
What does the name Caren mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek, a less common spelling of Karen.
What is the origin of the name Caren?
Caren is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Caren?
Since 1880, 9,560 girls in the U.S. have been named Caren. Its highest rank for girls was #485 in 1957. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Caren a boy or girl name?
Caren is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,560 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.