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The name Kara is of Italian, Irish, Latin, Scandinavian origin and is typically given to Boys. It is associated with the religion. Numerologically, Kara is often linked to the number 4.
Kara Name Meaning, Origin, Numerology, Rashi & More
What does the name Kara mean? What is the meaning of the name Kara
Meaning of Kara: Name Kara in the Italian, Irish, Latin, Scandinavian origin, means Italian - Beloved; Dear; Derived from name Cara or Carus. Name Kara is of Italian, Irish, Latin, Scandinavian origin and is a Boy name.
Name
Kara
Meaning
Italian - Beloved; Dear; Derived from name Cara or Carus
Pronunciation
Characters
1 word with 4 characters
Spell
K-A-R-A
Phonetic
Pythagorean Numerology
4
Indian Vedic Numerology
6
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Famous people with name Kara (Namesakes)
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- Kara DioGuardi
Kara Elizabeth DioGuardi (; born December 9, 1970) is an American songwriter, record producer, music publisher, A&R executive, singer, composer and television personality.
- Kara Walker
Kara Elizabeth Walker (born November 26, 1969) is an American contemporary painter, silhouettist, print-maker, installation artist, and film-maker who explores race, gender, sexuality, violence, and identity in her work.
- Kara Lawson
Kara Marie Lawson (born February 14, 1981) is an assistant coach for the Boston Celtics of the NBA. She is a former American professional women's basketball player in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and a basketball television analyst for ESPN and the Washington Wizards.
- Deborah Kara Unger
Deborah Kara Unger (born May 12, 1966) is a Canadian actress.
- Kara Swisher
Kara Anne Swisher (born December 11, 1962) is an American technology business journalist and co-founder of Recode.
- Kara Monaco
Kara Monaco (born February 26, 1983 in Lakeland, Florida) is an American model.
- Kara Tointon
Kara Louise Tointon (born 5 August 1983) is an English actress known for playing Dawn Swann in BBC soap opera EastEnders and as the 2010 winner of BBC television series Strictly Come Dancing as well as Maria in the ITV live production of The Sound of Music Live in December 2015 alongside Julian Ovenden as Captain von Trapp.
- Patricia Kara
Patricia Kara (Greek: Panayiota Karamouzis-Παναγιώτα Καραμούζη; born February 25, 1972) is a model, actress, and TV personality.
- Kara Wai
Kara Wai Ying-hung BBS (simplified Chinese: 惠英红; traditional Chinese: 惠英紅; born 3 February 1960) is a Hong Kong actress best known internationally for her roles in wuxia films produced by the Shaw Brothers Studio in the 1970s and 1980s.
- Kara Edwards
Kara Janét Edwards (born February 17, 1977, Lubbock, Texas) is an American voice actress working for the English versions of the Japanese anime.
- Kara Henderson
Kara Henderson (born June 27, 1973) is an American sports media personality, most recently for the NFL Network.
- Kara David
Kara Patria Constantino David-Cancio (born 12 September 1973) is a Filipino journalist and television host.
- Kara Young
Kara Young (born December 10, 1974) is an American model, actress, and entrepreneur.
- Kara Lindsay
Kara Lindsay (born February 16, 1985) is an American actress, best known for her roles as Katherine Plumber in Newsies (2012) and Glinda in Wicked (2014, 2016, 2018, 2019).
- Kara Mbodji
Serigne Modou Kara Mbodji (born 22 November 1989), commonly known as Kara or Kara Mbodji, is a Senegalese professional footballer who plays for Al-Sailiya and the Senegal national team.
- Kara Hayward
Kara Hayward (born November 17, 1998) is an American actress.
- Anksa Kara
Anksa Kara (born March 24, 1985) is a Cameroonian-born pornographic actress.
- Kara Killmer
Kara Killmer (born June 14, 1988) is an American actress.
- Jūrō Kara
Jūrō Kara (唐十郎, Kara Jūrō, born Ōtsuru Yoshihide (大靏 義英); 11 February 1940) is a Japanese playwright, theatre director, author, actor, and songwriter.
- Kara Wilson
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Kara - Nakshatra (Birth Star) & Rashi
Mrigshirsha Nakshatra (Birth Star) - Characteristics and Details
The Nakshatra associated with the name Kara is Mrigshirsha. The Nakshatra Mrigshirsha of the name Kara is connected to the deity Soma (Moon God), and is ruled by the Mars. The symbol for Kara is Antelope's head, and it is characterized by Searching, Restless. This name is connected to the element Water and embodies the Adventurous, Curious.| name | Mrigashīrsha |
|---|---|
| Deity | Soma (Moon God) |
| Ruling Planet | Mars |
| Symbol | Antelope's head |
| Primary Quality | Searching, Restless |
| Element | Water |
| Nature | Adventurous, Curious |
Numerology of Kara
Numerology for Kara - Number 4 (Pythagorean Numerology)
Baby Name Kara Numerology: Name Kara has a number value of 4 as per Pythagorean Numerology (Western Numerology), its advised that you also calculate 'number value' of name by entering full name in our Name Numerology Calculator.
| Numerology Number (Pythagorean Numerology) | 4 |
| Indian Vedic Numerology | 6 |
| Motivation Number | 2 |
| Destiny Number (Expression Number) | 4 |
| Inner Dream Number | 11 |
| Soul Urge Number | 2 |
| Heart's Desire Number | 2 |
| Personality Number | 11 |
Spelling & Phonetics of Kara
Syllables in Kara Name
How many syllables in baby name Kara? Kara has 2 syllables. The name "Kara" can be divided into 2 syllables as:
| How many syllables in Kara? | 2 (ka - ra) |
|---|---|
| Numbers of characters: | 4 |
| Unique letters: | 3 (k, a, r) |
| Kara backwards: | arak |
| Kara sorted alphabetically: | aakr |
| Phonetic | |
| Spell | K-A-R-A |
| Pronunciation |
Name Kara is combinations of, 1 occurance of K, 2 occurances of A, 1 occurance of R.
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Birthday Wishes for Kara
How to Wish a Happy Birthday to Kara
Kara's birthday is a remarkable occasion that deserves thoughtful and heartfelt wishes. Whether he's a close friend, a family member, or a colleague, the perfect birthday message can make his day even more special. From warm, sincere greetings to fun, playful wishes, this section provides a variety of ideas to convey your affection, admiration, and joy for Kara on his big day.
Happy Birthday, Kara! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
Kara, Happy Birthday! Another year older, but not a year less awesome. I hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and everything that makes you happiest. Here's to an amazing year ahead!
Happy Birthday, Kara! You bring so much light to everyone around you. May your day be as bright and wonderful as your heart. Cheers to more laughter, adventures, and memories this year!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about name Kara
What is the meaning of Kara?
Name Kara means Italian - Beloved; Dear; Derived from name Cara or Carus as per The ParentZ Baby Name Finder, largest baby names list. Learn more Kara Name Meaning and Origin.
What is the numerology of baby name Kara?
Name Kara has numerology 6 as per The ParentZ.
What is the numerology of Kara?
Numerology number of Kara is 6 (Vedic) and 4 (Pythagorean Numerology) as per The ParentZ.
What is the lucky number of name Kara?
The lucky number of name Kara is 6 as per number numerology.
What is the length of Kara name?
The name Kara has 4 letters. The name Kara consists of 1 word with 4 characters.
What is the Nakshatra of Kara?
Name Kara belongs to Mrigshirsha nakshatra based on Indian Astrology or Janam Nakshatra as per the information available on The ParentZ.
Where does the name Kara come from?
Kara is a Italian, Irish, Latin, Scandinavian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ.
What is the origin of the name Kara?
The name Kara is of Italian, Irish, Latin, Scandinavian origin and is used within communities.
What does Kara mean?
Name Kara means Italian - Beloved; Dear; Derived from name Cara or Carus as per The ParentZ
What does the name Kara mean?
Kara is of Italian, Irish, Latin, Scandinavian origin and means Italian - Beloved; Dear; Derived from name Cara or Carus as per The ParentZ
What is the meaning and origin of the baby name Kara?
Kara means Italian - Beloved; Dear; Derived from name Cara or Carus and is a Italian, Irish, Latin, Scandinavian name given to Boys as per The ParentZ
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The name Kara consists of 4 alphabets.
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Happy Birthday, Kara! Wishing you a year full of success, happiness, and unforgettable moments. May this special day bring you joy and may all your dreams come true. Enjoy every minute of it!
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