Karen Maxson

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Karen Maxson — pure
1.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Karen Maxson 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 Maxson: Alvin Maxson (1951–2022), American football player Eileen Maxson (born 1980), American artist Herbert B. Maxson (died 1927), American civil engineer Louis Maxson (1855–1916), American archer Orrin T. Maxson (1823–1895), American physician and Wisconsin pioneer Robert Maxson, American academic Stephen Maxson, American behavior geneticist William Maxson (1930–2013), American Air Force officer 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: Maxson

English

Alvin Maxson (1951–2022), American football player Eileen Maxson (born 1980), American artist Herbert B. Maxson (died 1927), American civil engineer Louis Maxson (1855–1916), American archer Orrin T. Maxson (1823–1895), American physician and Wisconsin pioneer Robert Maxson, American academic Stephen Maxson, American behavior geneticist William Maxson (1930–2013), American Air Force officer

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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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Notable People Named Karen Maxson

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

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

4
Soul Urge Number

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

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Maxson?
The surname Maxson originates from English. Alvin Maxson (1951–2022), American football player Eileen Maxson (born 1980), American artist Herbert B. Maxson (died 1927), American civil engineer Louis Maxson (1855–1916), American archer Orrin T. Maxson (1823–1895), American physician and Wisconsin pioneer Robert Maxson, American academic Stephen Maxson, American behavior geneticist William Maxson (1930–2013), American Air Force officer
What are the origins of the name Karen Maxson?
The name Karen Maxson combines two different traditions: the first name Karen has Scandinavian roots, while the surname Maxson originates from English.
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