Katherine

Girl

Origin: Greek · English

Meaning

“from Greek Aikaterine, of uncertain origin but long linked to katharos 'pure'”

Source

Cultural Notes

Katherine is among the most enduringly popular names in the English-speaking world having been borne by numerous queens and saints including Catherine of Aragon and Catherine the Great.

Popularity

Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1980s
Community likes: 0

Famous People Named Katherine

  • Katherine Johnson (NASA mathematician), Katherine Mansfield (writer), Katherine Heigl (actress)

Variants & Spellings

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