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Karenza

An English spelling of Cornish Kerensa, meaning “love.”

US rank (2016)#16,215

Meaning and history

Karenza is an English spelling of the Cornish feminine name Kerensa, derived from Cornish kerensa, meaning “love.” It emerged from the revival of the Cornish language and Cornish cultural naming traditions. The spelling with a is an Anglicized variation, while Kerensa more directly reflects the Cornish word. Notable bearers include British archaeologist and television presenter Karenza Lewis and British scientist Karenza Moore. The name is unrelated to Karen despite their similar opening syllables.

Popularity over timeUS births · girls
19971997: no US SSA record for this spelling
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20072007: no US SSA record for this spelling
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20122012: no US SSA record for this spelling
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2015: no US SSA record for this spelling
20162016: 5 births, rank #16,215

In 2016, 5 babies were recorded with the name Karenza, ranking #16,215 among girls.