Karie

“A variant of 'Carrie', which means 'pure'.”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12872US 2022

7Births / yr

↓Falling

5.3kAll-time births

📅 Since 195000.02% of births at peak

What does Karie mean and where does it come from?

Karie is primarily used in the United States and can also be found in Scandinavian countries like Sweden. It is often considered a modern variation of the name Carrie, derived from the name Caroline. This name enjoyed widespread popularity in the late 20th century, especially during the 1970s and 19

Cultural significance

Karie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of 'carrie', which means 'pure'..

Peak popularity

Reached #567 in 1975 — currently #12872 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Karie?

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

Karie Grace

How popular is Karie right now?

Falling — down 2955 spots — currently #12872 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2022#12872 · Top 9.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#12872	7	▼ down 2955 · -30% births
2021	#9917	10	▼ down 327
2020	#9590	10	▲ up 7144 · +100% births
2015	#16734	5	▼ down 6835 · -55% births
2010	#9899	11	▼ down 2688 · -31% births
2005	#7211	16	▼ down 1202 · -11% births
2000	#6009	18	▼ down 2900 · -51% births
1995	#3109	37	▼ down 1257 · -52% births
1990	#1852	77	▼ down 465 · -17% births
1985	#1387	93	▼ down 376 · -35% births
1980	#1011	144	▼ down 444 · -51% births
1975	#567	293	▲ up 183 · +49% births
1970	#750	197	▲ up 448 · +143% births
1965	#1198	81	▲ up 21
1960	#1219	81	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Karie

Best Year1975Rank #567

Peak Count293

Average Rank#5345

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1950 - 202217 years

The story of Karie

Karie entered American naming records in 1950 and has been in use for over 74 years. With 5,331 total births recorded, Karie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4316 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12872 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Karie in 1975:

Jennifer Amy Heather Melissa Angela

Karie by decade

Karie peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1950s	295
1960s	1,049
1970s ★	2,143
1980s	1,148
1990s	447
2000s	167
2010s	72
2020s	10

💎With 5,331 total births, Karie is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Karie?

Common

KarKary

What names sound and feel like Karie?

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

American · god, spirit

Zarie

American · A variant of

Katie

American · pure

Kadie

American · Rhyming form of

Larie

American · English

Common questions about the name Karie

What does the name Karie mean?

Karie means "A variant of 'Carrie', which means 'pure'." — 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 Karie?

Karie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Karie have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Karie?

Karie 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.

Is Karie trending right now?

Karie is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Karie a common or rare name?

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