Karin
/karihn/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Karin is a English name meaning "Pure". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh, BE. Karin's etymology is complex, likely stemming from Scandinavian languages as a short form of Katrina/Katherine, which originates from the Greek name Aikaterine. Aikaterine's meaning is debated, but often associated with 'pure'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic karihn
IPA kæɹɪn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as karihn. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Karin
- · Karin Dreijer Andersson - Musician
- · Karin Slaughter - Author
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