Karen vs Mary
Karen
Gender: boy
Origin: Danish
Meaning: Pure
Peak: 1956 (1.94%)
Mary
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: Beloved, wished-for child
Peak: 1880 (7.24%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Karen | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | - | 7.24% |
| 1890 | 0.01% | 5.99% |
| 1900 | - | 5.26% |
| 1910 | - | 5.44% |
| 1920 | - | 5.71% |
| 1930 | 0.01% | 5.50% |
| 1940 | 0.62% | 4.76% |
| 1950 | 1.37% | 3.72% |
| 1960 | 1.75% | 2.48% |
| 1970 | 0.91% | 1.05% |
| 1980 | 0.28% | 0.64% |
| 1990 | 0.13% | 0.42% |
| 2000 | 0.11% | 0.31% |
FAQ
Is Karen or Mary more popular?
Mary has historically been more popular. Karen peaked in 1956 while Mary peaked in 1880.
What do Karen and Mary mean?
Karen means "Pure" while Mary means "Beloved, wished-for child".