Kare
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- Name
- Kare
- Gender
- Boy name
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The male first name Kare (Kåre) is a Nordic variant of the name Kári (Kari). Translated into German, this name means "the Curly One."
What does the name Kare mean?
Kare (Kåre) is a Nordic form of the name Kári (Kari). In German, the name translates to "the Curly One." Its roots lie in the Old Norse term kárr, which means "curled," "curly," and "bent." An alternative spelling is Kaare.
Where does the name Kare come from?
The first name Kare has Old Norse origins and carries the meaning "the Curly One." The term is derived from the Old Norse word kárr, which means "curled," "curly," or "bent." It is common in the languages of Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish.
How do you pronounce Kare?
Kare is pronounced like 'Kah-reh'.
When is the name day of Kare?
The name day for Kare is celebrated on September 22.
Popularity
In Germany, Kare is a rather rare first name. In 2022, it ranked 5,453rd on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2016 when it reached 4,252nd. Over the last ten years, Kare has been given as a first name fewer than ten times, placing it 7,203rd in the ten-year statistics. For the period from 2010 to 2024, it ranks 8,508th.
Nicknames & pet names
Kary
Frequently asked questions about the name Kare
Where does the name Kare come from?
The name Kare has its roots in Old Norse and is common in the Scandinavian languages of Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish.
What does the name Kare mean?
Kare means 'the Curly One' and is derived from the Old Norse word kárr, which means 'curled,' 'curly,' or 'bent.'
How popular is the name Kare?
The popularity of the name Kare varies in the Scandinavian countries where it is traditionally used, but it is less common in international comparison.