| Meaning | pure, beloved |
| Origin | Greek, Latin, Norse, Scandinavian |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | Ka-ri-na |
About Karina
Elegant and internationally recognized, Karina glides smoothly across languages and cultures with ease. The name possesses a melodic quality, with its three syllables creating a rhythmic flow that's pleasing to the ear. Karina strikes a wonderful balance between familiar and special—recognizable enough to avoid constant explanation yet distinctive enough to feel personal. It has been embraced across Europe, Latin America, and beyond, making it ideal for multicultural families. The name carries a feminine grace without being overly decorative or fussy, suitable for all stages of life from playground to boardroom. Karina's soft consonants and vowel-ending create an approachable warmth that matches its sophisticated structure. Parents appreciate its versatility with various middle names and surnames, as well as its resistance to unflattering nicknames. For those seeking a name with international polish and timeless appeal, Karina delivers beautifully.
Nicknames for Karina
| Kari |
| Rina |
| Karie |
| Riri |
| Kiki |
Famous People Named Karina
| Karina Smirnoff | Russian-American professional ballroom dancer |
| Karina Lombard | French-American actress |
| Karina Pasian | American singer and pianist |
| Karina LeBlanc | Canadian soccer player |
| Karina Halle | Canadian author |
| Karina Garcia | American YouTuber and entrepreneur |
| Karina Elle Lisenbee | American fitness model and social media influencer |
| Karina Vetrano | American murder victim and inspiration for self-defense initiatives |
| Karina Canellakis | American conductor and violinist |
| Karina Petersen | Danish handball player |
| Karina Hollekim | Norwegian freestyle skier and base jumper |
| Karina Huff | American actress and producer |
| Karina Ramos | Costa Rican model and beauty queen |
| Karina Zvereva | Belarusian sprint canoer and Olympic medalist |
| Karina Castillo | Chilean volleyball player |
| Karina Maruyama | Japanese football player |
| Karina Ferris | British Paralympic swimmer |
| Karina Habsudova | Slovak tennis player |
| Karina Razumovskaya | Russian figure skater |
| Karina Habšudová | Slovak actress |
Characters Named Karina
| Karina Lyle | Tiger & Bunny - Superheroine in the anime series |
| Karina Marnissi | Blood Feud - Character from the "Blood Feud" series by Alyxandra Harvey |
| Karina Lundi | The Luminous Dead - Protagonist in the science fiction novel by Caitlin Starling |
| Karina Walters | Farscape - Character in the science fiction TV series |