Pure
Karin is a Scandinavian and German short form of Katherine. It shares the same etymological roots as the Greek name Aikaterine, which has long been associated with the concept of purity.
Less common today
Karin isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,114 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
German triple Olympic gold medalist speed skater
Swedish poet and novelist known for 'Kallocain'
Wealthy rival character in the Street Fighter series · Street Fighter
Kunoichi and subordinate of Orochimaru · Naruto
Multi-award-winning French actress
