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Origin: Slavic

Meaning: Gloomy; Dark-haired; Blessed

Celebrate baby's light and dark side by naming them Karas. This gender-neutral name was a surname hailing from many regions. In Greek, Karas is a nickname for someone who is "gloomy" or "dark-haired," but it can also be a shortened form of the name Makarios, meaning "blessed." In Slavic languages, Karas refers to the crucian carp and is a nickname for those thought to resemble the fish. Whether or not your little one loves the water, this name reflects how they enter life swimming with potential.