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Kerensa?

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SageGreenShoes · 01/04/2024 13:25

What do you think? Alternative spelling is Kerenza, which I think I might prefer. Cornish name, meaning 'love'. Not Cornish, just think it's beautiful.

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takemeawayagain · 01/04/2024 13:49

I prefer it with a C and a Z. With the K it just reminds me of Karen and that has such horrible connotations now.

Catlord · 01/04/2024 13:43

Beautiful name, prefer Kerenza.

No problem if there is an association to Karen. I don't know if it is or isn't a variant. The issues with that name are based on misogyny and ageism, not an individual called Karen doing something unforgivable and out of proportion with the popularity of the name.

AllProperTeaIsTheft · 01/04/2024 13:39

I really like it. I prefer the 'z' spelling.

ashtyler · 01/04/2024 13:39

Love it. Have a dear friend with this name and it’s beautiful

MaggieFS · 01/04/2024 13:38

Zed! Not zen.

MaggieFS · 01/04/2024 13:38

Given the spelling options, I don't know if it should be pronounced with a ssss or zzzz sound. I prefer the zen sounding pronunciation. I don't see a link to Karen, but I wouldn't be put off using Karen anyway.

Berlinlover · 01/04/2024 13:36

It’s a beautiful name.

SirChenjins · 01/04/2024 13:35

I prefer the original Kerenza, or Carenza as an alternative.

oldnorsesaga · 01/04/2024 13:31

I love the sound, hate Karen association. Also prefer Kerensa spelling.

spanieleyes · 01/04/2024 13:27

Prefer Kerenza. I like it,it's pretty!