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Karin is a feminine name of Swedish origin meaning pure. Karin is associated with a soft aesthetic.

Last reviewed · 2026-05-18

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What does Karin mean?

Karin means pure and comes from Swedish origin.

gentle whisper of elegance, Karin is a Swedish short form of Katherine, which signifies pure. Its soft consonants and flowing vowels foster a serene feeling, making it both timeless and appealing.

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How does Karin sound?

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How popular is Karin?

In 2026, Karin sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart, with 145 years of historical data on record.

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About the name Karin

What does the name Karin mean?
Karin means pure and comes from Swedish origin.
Where does the name Karin come from?
Karin traces to a Swedish origin and continues to appear in U.S. SSA records.
How popular is the name Karin?
Karin currently sits outside the U.S. SSA top-1000 chart in 2026.
Is Karin a boy or girl name?
Karin is most commonly used as a feminine name.

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