Karuna
Meaning of Karuna
Karuna is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has origins in both English and Hindi languages. The name is pronounced as kuh-ROO-nuh (/kəˈruːnə/) in English and Hindi. Karuna is associated with qualities such as compassion, kindness, and empathy. It is a name that embodies a nurturing and caring nature, making it a perfect choice for parents who wish to instill these values in their child. Although not very common, Karuna has been steadily increasing in popularity over the years in the United States. Its usage has seen an upward trend, with 5 occurrences in 2020 and ranking at number 15,065 among baby names for girls. Variations of the name include Karena.
Pronunciation
English,Hindi
- Pronunced as kuh-ROO-nuh (/kəˈruːnə/)
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Notable People Named Karuna
| Karuna Sankar Bhattacharya was a renowned Indian footballer who captained the India national football team and received the prestigious "Mohun Bagan Ratna" award. |
| Karuna Shaha, an Indian artist, was one of the early female students at the Government School of Art in Calcutta and is renowned for her nude studies in different mediums. |
| Karuna Banerjee was a renowned Bengali actress, famous for her role as Sarbajaya in Satyajit Ray's The Apu Trilogy, and was nominated for Best Actress at the 1959 BAFTA Awards. |
