Girl · 4616th of 27,321
Kathrina
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
787
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1989
Peak Popularity Year
29
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kathrina stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Kathrina is a name of Greek origin meaning 'pure'. It evolved from Aikaterine to various forms including Catherine and Katherine before becoming Kathrina. The name is associated with traits of purity and elegance and has gained historical popularity due to its connection with Saint Catherine. It has no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/kæˈtriːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kathrina is derived from the Greek name 'Aikaterine', which is believed to come from the Greek word 'katharos' meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine, Catherine, Katherine, Kathrina
Historical Usage
The name Kathrina gained popularity in various European countries during the Middle Ages, largely due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Katie, Kat
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Kathrina is viewed as a classic yet modern name, often associated with elegance and femininity.
Famous People
Kathrina L. Lee, a renowned author, Kathrina K. Williams, a prominent scientist
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 9 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
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 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5244th of 12526 | 105 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3835th of 19264 | 262 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4616th of 27321 | 310 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13154th of 35406 | 100 |