Name comparison
Karen vs Mary
Mary is the more common of the two, with roughly 9.0x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Karen | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 690,254 | 6,200,000 |
| Global rank | #48 | #13 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 11,590 | 1 in 1,290 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 690,254 | 1,355,849 |
How they differ
Mary has approximately 6.2M living bearers compared to 690k for Karen - a ratio of about 9.0x.
Karen originates from unknown origins. Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child').
Frequently asked questions
Is Karen or Mary more popular?
Mary is more popular worldwide, with approximately 6,200,000 estimated living bearers compared to 690,254 for Karen. That is roughly 9.0x more bearers of Mary.
What is the difference in origin between Karen and Mary?
Karen originates from unknown sources. Mary originates from Hebrew.
Are Karen and Mary used for the same gender?
Both Karen and Mary are predominantly used as female names.
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