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Karen Olsen (born Simensen), 1832 - 1907
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Karen Martha Olsdatter "Marta" Olsen (born Teigen), 1856 - 1933
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Karen Kristine H. Olsen (born Olsdatter Steinsholt (Flatøen)), 1866 - 1954
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Karen Johanna Peel (born Olsen), 1888 - 1948
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Karen Anna "Karen Anna Lauritsdatter Halsan" Olsen (born Lauritsdatter), 1861 - 1949
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Karen Olsen (born Olsdatter), 1807 - 1890
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Karen Emilie Hoffmeyer (born Olsen), 1833 - 1896
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Karen Antoinette Akersborg Olsen (born Christiansdatter Akersborg), 1847 - 1937
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Karen Olsen (born Skjæveland), 1899 - 1984
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Karen Bergithe Emilia Hansen (born Olsen), 1873 - 1946
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Karen Kirstine Dora Olsen (born Winter Altenburg), 1897 - 1953
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Karen Johanne Olsen Døviken (born Andersdatter), 1845 - 1927
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Karen Olsen (born Olsdatter), 1807 - 1890
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Karen Johanne Eriksen (born OLSEN), 1884 - 1961
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Karen Olsen (born Olsdatter), 1807 - 1890
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Karen Olsen (born Jorgensen), 1857 - 1935
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Karen Ross Olsen, 1857 - 1938
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Karen Marie Larsen (born Olsen), 1850 - 1951
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Karen D. Olsen, 1834 - 1914
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Karen Olsen, 1880 - 1942
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Karen Olsen, Circa 1852 - 1942
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Karen Olsen, died 1941
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Karen F. Olsen in Daily Union - June 16 2002
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Karen Olsen in The Boston Post - Sep 28 1947
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Karen Olsen, 1848 - 1947
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Karen D. Olsen, 1867 - 1947
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Karen Olsen, 1877 - 1948
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Karen Olsen, 1837 - 1919
New York City Deaths, 1866-1948
Karen Olsen, 1853 - 1927
Maryland Deaths
Karen Olsen, 1948 - 2002
Maryland Deaths
Karen Olsen, 1909 - 1997
Maryland Deaths
Karen Olsen, 1893 - 1980
Maryland Deaths
Karen Marie Anderson, 1865 - 1947
Michigan Deaths
Karen Matha Swenson, 1859 - 1923
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Karen Olsen, 1822 - 1912
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Karen Olsen, 1836 - 1921
Michigan Deaths
Karen K. Olsen, 1836 - 1913
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
Karen Olsen, 1853 - 1937
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
Karen Olsen, 1853 - 1926
Idaho, Death Certificates, 1911-1937
Karen Olsen, born 1877
Norway Church Records, 1815-1938
Karen Olsen, born 1835
Norway Church Records, 1815-1938
Karen Sofie Olsen, 1905 - 1905
Norway Church Records, 1815-1938
Karen Marie Olsen, born 1857
Norway Church Records, 1815-1938Karen Olsen (born Procarione), 1957 - 1990
BillionGravesKaren Olsen, 1918 - 2009
BillionGravesKaren Kirstine Olsen, 1876 - 1951
BillionGravesKaren Elisabeth Olsen, 1914 - 2011
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Karen Marie Christensen (born Olsen), 1848 - 1914
Denmark, Copenhagen Police Registrations, 1890-1923
Karen Marie Olsen, 1858 - 1912
Denmark, Copenhagen Police Registrations, 1890-1923
Karen Sofie Olsen, 1839 - 1910
Denmark, Copenhagen Police Registrations, 1890-1923
Karen Petra Olsen, 1840 - 1914
Denmark, Copenhagen Police Registrations, 1890-1923
Karen Lee Olsen, 1942 - 2013
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Karen A Olsen, died 1961
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Karen Olsen, died 1953
New Jersey Death Index, 1920-1929, 1949-2017
Karen , Circa 1772 - 1801
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Karen Marie , Circa 1777 - 1777
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Karen , Circa 1801 - 1801
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Karen , Circa 1801 - 1801
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Karen Olsen, 1849 - 1935
Norway Death Registrations
Karen Olsen, 1859 - 1933
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Karen Oline Olsen, 1870 - 1938
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Karen Helene Kristine Olsen, 1905 - 1937
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Karen Marie Olsen, Circa 1908 - 1969
Missouri Deaths, 1961-1970
Karen Olsen, 1843 - 1881
Denmark, Copenhagen Burials, 1860-1912
Karen Astrid Bodil Olsen, 1907 - 1907
Denmark, Copenhagen Burials, 1860-1912
Karen Olsen, 1832 - 1907
Denmark, Copenhagen Burials, 1860-1912
Karen Marie Henriette Olsen, 1858 - 1882
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- Caren Oles
- Carrie Olesen
- Catherine Oleson
- Kareen Olsan
- Kari Olsdatter
- Karin Olsdott
- Karina Olsdottir
- Karine Olsin
- Karrin Olson
- Karyn Olsson
- Danish: Karen Olsdotter
- Finnish: Kaarina Olsdotter
- Hungarian: Olsen Káren
- Norwegian: Karen Olsdottir
- Swedish: Karin Olsdotter


- Norway 55%
- Denmark 38%
- USA 6%
- Other 1%
The name Karen has its origins in Denmark, derived from the name Katharina, which is rooted in the Greek name Aikaterine, meaning "pure." It gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, and has been associated with characteristics such as kindness and strength. Historically, the name has been linked to various notable figures, including saints and queens, which contributed to its widespread use. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, such as Karin in Scandinavian countries, Carin in Swedish, and Catarina in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking regions. The name has also seen a resurgence in various forms, reflecting its adaptability and enduring appeal. Despite its positive connotations, in recent years, the name Karen has been subject to cultural shifts, often associated with negative stereotypes in social media contexts, which has sparked discussions about its implications in contemporary society.
The last name Olsen is of Scandinavian origin, particularly prevalent in Denmark and Norway, where it is derived from the given name Ole, which itself comes from the Old Norse name Óláfr, meaning "ancestor's relic" or "forefather." The suffix "-sen" translates to "son of," indicating that the name originally denoted "son of Ole." This patronymic naming convention was common in Nordic cultures, reflecting familial lineage and heritage. Variations of the surname can be found across different regions, including Olesen in Denmark and Olsson in Sweden, with differences in spelling and pronunciation influenced by local languages and dialects. The name Olsen has historical roots in the Viking Age, and its bearers were often associated with farming or maritime occupations, reflecting the agrarian and seafaring lifestyles of early Scandinavian societies. Today, Olsen remains a widely recognized surname, particularly among descendants of Scandinavian immigrants in countries like the United States and Canada.
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