Karen is a baby girl name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Karen was given to 184 girls, ranking No. 1263 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Karen
In 2024, Karen was given to 184 girls, ranking No. 1263 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1881 and shows 990,595 recorded births between 1881 and 2024.
Is Karen Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Karen is used as a girl name in the latest national records.
Why Parents Compare Karen
Parents comparing Karen often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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