Pure or beloved
Karia is a rare name with multiple potential roots. It is often considered a variant of the Greek name Katherine, meaning pure, or a variation of the Scandinavian name Karen. In some contexts, it is also linked to the Sanskrit word for beloved or dear.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Karia in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
