Karan
Karan: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Karan
- A female given name of North American usage, variant of Karen.
- A male given name from Sanskrit, of Indian usage.
Etymology
Derived from Sanskrit कर्ण (karṇa, “Karna”). Doublet of Karna.
How popular is Karan?
Since 1880, 3,450 girls and 1,512 boys in the U.S. have been named Karan (70% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #746 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #1332 in 1995. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Karan
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
More Sanskrit unisex names
Sibling name ideas for Karan
Sister and brother names that share Karan's Sanskrit roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Karan FAQ
What does the name Karan mean?
A female given name of North American usage, variant of Karen. A male given name from Sanskrit, of Indian usage. Derived from Sanskrit कर्ण (karṇa, “Karna”). Doublet of Karna.
What is the origin of the name Karan?
Karan is listed as a name of Sanskrit origin.
How popular is the name Karan?
Since 1880, 3,450 girls and 1,512 boys in the U.S. have been named Karan (70% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #746 in 1956. Its highest rank for boys was #1332 in 1995. In 2025, 12 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Karan a boy or girl name?
Karan is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (3,450 girls and 1,512 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.