Karen Cobos

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Karen Cobos — pure
1.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Karen Cobos is a name that combines Scandinavian origins. The first name Karen is a feminine given name of Scandinavian origin. Scandinavian form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine. Very popular in Scandinavia and in English-speaking countries from the 1950s. The surname Cobos: Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio. Karen is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.0 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Karen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Karen

Meaning: pure

Scandinavian

Scandinavian form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine. Very popular in Scandinavia and in English-speaking countries from the 1950s.

Surname: Cobos

Spanish

Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Karen is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 46%
Sweden 14%
Norway 10%
Denmark 7%
United Kingdom 22%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Karen by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Karen Cobos:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Karen?
The first name Karen originates from Scandinavian. Scandinavian form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine. Very popular in Scandinavia and in English-speaking countries from the 1950s.
When was Karen most popular?
The name Karen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cobos?
The surname Cobos originates from Spanish. Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio.
What are the origins of the name Karen Cobos?
The name Karen Cobos combines two different traditions: the first name Karen has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Cobos originates from Spanish.
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