Katina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Katina originates from Greek, meaning 'pure.' It evolved from Ekaterini and has historical ties to various forms like Katherine. The name reflects traits of purity and strength, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity particularly in the 20th century among Greek communities.
The name Katina is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Katina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Katina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6498th out of 10718 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7232nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3988th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2053rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 413th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1400th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4519th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10335th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Katina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katina"
Pronunciation
/kəˈtiːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Katina is a diminutive form of the name Ekaterini, which is derived from the Greek word 'katharos' meaning 'pure.'
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Ekaterini, Katherine, Katina
Historical Usage
The name Katina gained popularity in Greece and among Greek communities around the world, especially in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Katherine, Catherine, Kat
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Katina is perceived as a traditional and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and purity.
Famous People
Katina Paxinou, a Greek actress known for her work in film and theatre., Katina Schuette, a notable figure in modern dance.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katina"
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 "Katina"
"Katina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6498th of 10718 | 34 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7232nd of 9107 | 15 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3988th of 9204 | 94 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2053rd of 12526 | 540 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 413th of 19264 | 8,362 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1400th of 27321 | 1,709 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4519th of 35406 | 474 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10335th of 30306 | 112 |
Regional Popularity of "Katina" 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 "Katina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
76.74% 1709th/2227 |
- |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
15.25% 448th/2937 |
17.43% 607th/3483 |
7.90% 278th/3518 |
18.77% 759th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
38.21% 1408th/3685 |
32.60% 1459th/4475 |
24.24% 1259th/5194 |
33.78% 2134th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
83.15% 4294th/5164 |
75.58% 5527th/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katina" 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.