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Kareena

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Kareena: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2001.

Kareena is a name with multiple possible origins, most commonly considered a variant of Karina, which itself derives from the Latin *Carina*, meaning “keel of a ship” or, by extension, “dear little one.” It also shares roots with the Scandinavian Karin, a short form of Katherine, meaning “pure.” The name is most famously borne by Bollywood superstar Kareena Kapoor Khan, one of India’s most celebrated actresses, whose career has spanned decades and made the name widely recognised internationally. While no major place is directly named after a bearer, the name’s sound echoes the Italian *carina* (“pretty, dear”), a term of endearment. In Scotland, Kareena has been a steady, if uncommon, choice since the 1970s, often chosen for its melodic, modern feel and cross-cultural appeal.