Karra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Karra is an English name derived from the Irish word 'cara', meaning 'friend'. It evolved from the name Cara and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name conveys traits of friendship and warmth, and it has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Karra"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːrə/
Origin
English
Etymology
Karra is a modern name that is often considered a variant of the name Cara, which derives from the Irish word 'cara' meaning 'friend'.
Meaning
friend
Language Evolution
Cara, Kara
Historical Usage
The name Karra gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for names ending in 'a'.
Variants & Derivatives
Cara, Kara, Kary
Modern Popularity & Image
Karra is perceived as a modern and friendly name, often associated with warmth and companionship.
Famous People
Karra McCullough, Miss USA 2017, Karra D. McKinney, American author
📊 Karra Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Karra Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 40 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Oklahoma
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Karra"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Karra"
"Karra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9775th of 12526 | 16 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4869th of 19264 | 179 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3512th of 27321 | 454 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7018th of 35406 | 263 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8892nd of 30306 | 142 |
Regional Popularity of "Karra" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Karra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
- |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 4582nd/4582 |
- | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Karra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Karra" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Karra" in the United States
The name Karra is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Karra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Karra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9775th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4869th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3512th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7018th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8892nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Karra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.