Girl · 2565th of 35,406
Katherin
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
3,595
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1989
Peak Popularity Year
277
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Katherin stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Katherin originates from the Greek name Aikaterine, meaning 'pure'. It evolved through several languages and forms, including Latin and Old French. The name is historically linked to the saint Catherine of Alexandria, which contributed to its popularity in the Middle Ages. It is viewed as a classic name associated with strength and independence, with several well-known variants and notable figures bearing the name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkæθərɪn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Katherin is derived from the Greek name 'Aikaterine', which is thought to be derived from the Greek word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine (Greek), Catherine (Latin), Katherine (Old French), Katherin (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly in Europe, due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Kathryn, Kitty
Modern Popularity & Image
Katherin is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with strength and independence. It remains popular in various cultures.
Famous People
Catherine the Great, Katherine Hepburn, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Katherine Johnson
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 277 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 10 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 41 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Cahterine
Catharine
Catheline
Catheren
Catherene
Catherin
Catherine
Catherline
Cathern
Catherne
Catheryn
Catheryne
Cathirine
Cathrina
Cathrine
Cathryn
Cathyrn
Chatherine
Katharine
Katharyn
Katharyne
Katheine
Katheline
Katheren
Katherene
Katherine
Katherinne
Katherleen
Katherlene
Katherline
Kathern
Katheryn
Katheryne
Kathrine
Kathryn
Kathryne
Kathrynne
Kathyrine
Kathyrn
Kathyrne
Ktherine
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 7 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2925th of 9107 | 171 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2763rd of 9204 | 191 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2422nd of 12526 | 410 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3087th of 19264 | 360 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2167th of 27321 | 897 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2565th of 35406 | 1,048 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3673rd of 30306 | 507 |