Pure or beloved
Carine is a French diminutive of Catherine, which originates from the Greek 'katharos' meaning pure. It is also frequently associated with the Latin 'carus' meaning dear or beloved. In modern usage, it serves as a sophisticated alternative to the more common Karen or Corinne.
Less common today
Carine isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,516 in 1992.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
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