Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 05, 2024

Karalana

US Popularity Rank: None

Origin: Jamaican

Meaning: Pure; Shining light, blessed, holy

Karalana is a girl’s name of Jamaican origin. It’s a combination of the Greek name Kara, meaning “pure,” and the Slavic name Lana, a shortened form of Svetlana. One of the most popular Slavic names, Svetlana means “shining light, pure, blessed, or holy.” These two pretty names have similar sounds and meanings, so they blend perfectly together to give baby the best of both worlds!