Keren Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Keren has Hebrew origins and means 'horn' or 'ray of light.' It has evolved from its biblical roots, representing strength and beauty. The name has gained popularity in modern times, particularly within Jewish communities, and is associated with positive traits. There are notable individuals with this name, and it continues to be well-received today.
The name Keren is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha 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, Keren has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Keren' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6317th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3067th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2551st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2176th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1785th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1719th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Keren' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Keren"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɛrən/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Keren originates from the Hebrew word 'קֶרֶן' meaning 'horn' or 'ray of light.' In biblical texts, Keren is also associated with the concept of strength and power.
Meaning
horn, ray of light, strength
Language Evolution
Keren (Hebrew), Keren (Anglicized form)
Biblical Background
Keren is mentioned in the Bible as one of the daughters of Job, symbolizing beauty and strength.
Historical Usage
The name Keren gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Jewish communities, and has been used in various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Karen, Karyna, Kerrin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Keren is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with positivity and strength.
Famous People
Keren Ann (singer-songwriter), Keren Pels (Israeli singer-songwriter)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Keren"
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 "Keren"
"Keren" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6317th of 9204 | 26 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3067th of 12526 | 277 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2551st of 19264 | 478 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2176th of 27321 | 889 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1785th of 35406 | 1,779 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1719th of 30306 | 1,497 |
Regional Popularity of "Keren" 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 "Keren" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
46.60% 1623rd/3483 |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
59.25% 2396th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
88.39% 3257th/3685 |
32.89% 1472nd/4475 |
39.87% 2071st/5194 |
27.94% 1765th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
29.67% 1532nd/5164 |
20.32% 1486th/7313 |
21.01% 1568th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
78.26% 3118th/3984 |
34.70% 1557th/4487 |
19.33% 1319th/6822 |
30.02% 1884th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Keren"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Keren" 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.