Karen
/ˈkɛrən/
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Karen, a Scandinavian name, is a short form of Katherine, derived from the Greek 'Aikaterine', meaning 'pure'. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century in English-speaking countries, often associated with grace and simplicity. Though its cultural perception has shifted in recent years, it remains a classic and elegant choice.
Karen Young
Actor, Heading South
Karen Hastie Williams
Business, Retired Partner, Crowell & Moring
Karen Malina White
Actor, The Proud Family
Karen Valentine
Actor, Alice Johnson on Room 222
Karen Tumulty
Journalist, Time political correspondent
Karen Thurman
Politician, Congresswoman from Florida, 1993-2003
Karen B. Stewart
Diplomat, US Ambassador to Belarus
Karen Steele
Actor, Ride Lonesome
Karen Sillas
Actor, What Happened Was...
Karen Silkwood
Victim, Nuclear whistleblower
Karen Shepherd
Politician, Congresswoman from Utah, 1993-95
Karen Sharpe
Actor, Laura Thomas on Johnny Ringo
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