Katharyn Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Katharyn originates from the Greek name Aikaterine, meaning 'pure'. It has evolved through Latin and Old French forms to become a modern English variant. The name carries traits of purity and has a rich historical context linked to Saint Catherine of Alexandria. It does not have a significant biblical relevance and has been popular since the Middle Ages, with various common derivatives existing today.
The name Katharyn is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Katharyn has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Katharyn' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2062nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3136th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3316th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4903rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3526th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8649th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Katharyn' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katharyn"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæθərɪn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Katharyn is derived from the Greek name 'Aikaterine', which is often associated with the Greek word 'katharos' meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine (Greek), Catherine (Latin), Katherine (Old French), Kathryn (Modern English), Katharyn (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in relation to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and has remained a common name across various cultures since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Kathryn, Kate, Kathy
Modern Popularity & Image
Katharyn is viewed as a modern and unique variant of Katherine, often associated with creativity and individuality. It is less common than its variants but still holds a positive image.
Famous People
Katharyn H. W. V. S. van der Molen, Katharyn G. McKinney, Katharyn P. Roepke
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katharyn"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Katharyn"
"Katharyn" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2062nd of 9107 | 309 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3136th of 9204 | 152 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3316th of 12526 | 244 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4903rd of 19264 | 177 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3526th of 27321 | 452 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8649th of 35406 | 197 |
Regional Popularity of "Katharyn" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Katharyn" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
92.90% 2578th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
- |
91.86% 4771st/5194 |
60.19% 3802nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katharyn"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katharyn" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.