Girl · 3988th of 27,321
Katryna
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
841
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1992
Peak Popularity Year
46
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Katryna 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
The name Katryna has its origins in Latin, derived from the name Catherine, which means pure. It evolved through various forms such as Katherine and Kateryna before reaching its current form. The name is often associated with traits of purity and strength, while it does not have any direct biblical relevance. Katryna gained popularity during the Middle Ages due to the influence of Saint Catherine, and it continues to be perceived positively in contemporary society.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/kəˈtriːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Katryna is derived from the Latin name 'Catherine', which itself comes from the Greek 'Aikaterine'. The name is often associated with the meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catherine, Katherine, Kateryna, Katryna
Historical Usage
The name Katryna gained popularity in various cultures during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Katie, Kat, Katya
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Katryna is viewed as a unique and feminine name, often associated with strength and purity.
Famous People
Katryna Holmes, an American singer-songwriter, Katryna Kauffman, an American artist
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 46 peak births in 1992
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7326th of 19264 | 90 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3988th of 27321 | 382 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5680th of 35406 | 349 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21584th of 30306 | 20 |