קרינה
Meaning of the name קרינה
Karina is a modern and distinctive feminine name that combines linguistic beauty with profound meaning. The name derives from the Hebrew root K.R.N, which appears in biblical and traditional Hebrew, referring to rays, light, and illumination. The word "krina" (קרינה) in modern Hebrew describes the process of emitting light or radiation, a physical phenomenon symbolizing diffusion, influence, and inspiring presence. The name carries with it a sense of brightness, warmth, and positive energy radiating from its bearer to the surrounding world. In Hebrew tradition, the root K.R.N appears in various significant contexts. The Bible mentions the "rays of Moses" - the glow and light that radiated from Moses's face after he descended from Mount Sinai with the tablets of the covenant. This description gives the name Karina a sublime spiritual dimension, connecting physical light with spiritual and divine light. A woman named Karina is perceived as one who radiates light around her, someone who has the power to illuminate the lives of those around her and positively influence her environment. Karina became particularly popular in the twentieth century as part of the wave of renewed Hebrew names created or adopted during the period of national revival. The name combines modernity with deep roots in the Hebrew language and carries an international character that allows easy pronunciation in many languages. Women named Karina are often perceived as having radiant, warm, and attractive personalities, as those who bring with them an inspiring presence and optimism. The name testifies to qualities of vitality, positive energy, and the ability to influence and inspire others. In the modern era, when scientific concepts like "radiation" have become part of everyday discourse, the name has acquired additional meaning connecting nature, science, and spirituality, making its bearer a bridge between different worlds.
The name קרינה with vowels
קָרִינָה
The name קרינה in English
Karina | Carina | Karine
קרינה is mainly suitable for
Girl
Is the name קרינה considered international
Yes
Origin of the name קרינה from the Bible
Exodus 34:30 - And Aaron and all the children of Israel saw Moses, and behold, the skin of his face shone
Origin of the name קרינה from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, Karina symbolizes the divine light spreading through the world. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Tiferet, representing balance and beauty, and to the encompassing light that a pure soul radiates in the material world.
Gematria value for the name קרינה
365
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100
ק
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200
ר
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10
י
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50
נ
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5
ה
Numerology value for the name קרינה
5
=
100
ק
+
200
ר
+
10
י
+
50
נ
+
5
ה
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365
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3
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6
+
5
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14
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1
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4
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5
Famous people named קרינה
Karina Lombard - American actress | Karina Smirnoff - Ukrainian-American dancer | Carina Lau - Hong Kong actress
Total times the name קרינה was registered
523 times
Graph of the name קרינה
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022