We're using a version of it as a mn, so I definitely like it! We considered it as a fn, but it just wouldn't work for us. (We're using the altered spelling b/c we're combining Carol+Sharon for the grandmothers.)
My name is Karen and I love it! I have a friend with the same name who spells is Caryn, so you might consider the "C" spelling if you're looking for something a little more youthful.
I like this name and you don't hear it all that often anymore. I know 5 Karen's my age though, so I guess it was pretty popular in the late 70's/early 80's?
It's my name and I love it too! I only ever knew 2 girls my age with it. I love that it is not a commonly used name but it is still something everyone knows.
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I agree. It's a classic that was very popular 50 years ago, but is an underused classic today. I like it! ?
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Thats my name! Funny, because most Karens I know were always a generation older than me. didn't think it would have a comeback...
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Note: My parents spelled it Karen, but I prefer Carin, hence the CJ...
Try out some different spellings, I also knew a Caryn, or Cairn, like the terrier :-)?