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Karina

/kah-REENUH/
English Female

Karina is a English name meaning "Pure". The etymology of Karina is uncertain. Some theories link it to the Italian Cara (meaning 'dear') or the Greek Katherine (meaning 'pure'). It may also have Slavic origins.

Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic kah-REENUH
IPA kɑˈɹinə

Say it as kah-REENUH. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · Karina Smirnoff - Dancer
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  • · Karina Bryant - Judo Athlete

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