Karaline

“Pure, beloved”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#8259US 2023

13Births / yr

↑Rising

717All-time births

📅 Since 197500

What does Karaline mean and where does it come from?

Karaline is a modern variant of the name Caroline, which has roots in both the Germanic and French languages. The name Caroline has been popular in Western cultures for centuries, deriving from the male name Charles, which means 'free man'. Karaline has gained popularity in the United States and Can

Cultural significance

Karaline has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure, beloved.

Peak popularity

Reached #3806 in 2014 — currently #8259 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Karaline?

Karaline works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Karaline Grace

How popular is Karaline right now?

Rising fast — up 1077 spots — currently #8259 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#8259 · Top 6.1%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#8259	13	▲ up 1077 · +18% births
2022	#9336	11	▼ down 2240 · -31% births
2021	#7096	16	▼ down 2544 · -45% births
2020	#4552	29	▼ down 223 · -12% births
2015	#4329	33	▲ up 452 · +10% births
2010	#4781	30	▼ down 142 · +3% births
2005	#4639	29	▲ up 257 · +21% births
2000	#4896	24	▲ up 947 · +50% births
1995	#5843	16	▲ up 6247 · +167% births
1990	#12090	6	▼ down 471 · +20% births
1985	#11619	5	▼ down 2664 · -17% births
1975	#8955	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Karaline

Best Year2015Rank #4329

Peak Count33

Average Rank#7200

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1975 - 202312 years

The story of Karaline

Karaline is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1975. With 717 total births recorded, Karaline remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8955 in 1975 to #8259 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Karaline in 2014:

Emma Olivia Sophia Isabella Ava

Karaline by decade

Karaline peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	6
1980s	22
1990s	104
2000s	247
2010s ★	309
2020s	29

💎Karaline has only 717 total recorded births since 1975 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Karaline?

Common

KarKarieKaryIne

What names sound and feel like Karaline?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Karaline also consider these

Caraline

American · Pure and beloved

American · A blend of

Madaline

American · Derived from Magdalen,

Karalina

American · pure, beloved

Kayline

American · Pure, beloved

Common questions about the name Karaline

What does the name Karaline mean?

Karaline means "Pure, beloved" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Karaline?

Karaline is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Karaline?

Karaline originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Karaline?

Karaline pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Karaline a common or rare name?

Karaline is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.