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Meanings

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Kara is: Pure.

Greek Baby Names Meaning:

In Greek Baby Names the meaning of the name Kara is: Pure.

Italian Baby Names Meaning:

In Italian Baby Names the meaning of the name Kara is: Dear, beloved. From the feminine form of Italian 'cara' or the Latin 'carus'.

Scandinavian Baby Names Meaning:

In Scandinavian Baby Names the meaning of the name Kara is: Abbreviation of Katherine. Pure.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Kara is: Pure.

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