Holding steady.
Popularity of Catherina since 1900
Babies named Catherina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1962, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Catherina's real moment was 1900.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 12 |
| 1910s | 54 |
| 1920s | 36 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 22 |
| 1950s | 97 |
| 1960s | 184 |
| 1970s | 137 |
| 1980s | 115 |
| 1990s | 141 |
| 2000s | 60 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 30 |
Meaning & origin
Catherina is a classic name with ancient Greek and Latin roots, derived from the name Aikaterinē. It has been borne by saints and nobility for centuries, maintaining a steady presence despite never achieving top-tier popularity. In the United States, Catherina first appeared in Social Security records in 1900, its peak year, but it has never ranked in the top 1000. The trajectory has been stable, with occasional births in small numbers. While it has never been common enough to generate leading states, the name has persisted quietly, appealing to parents who favor traditional, elegant names with a slightly uncommon edge.
Catherina is a Latinized form of the Greek name Aikaterinē. The ultimate origin is debated, but it is traditionally associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning pure. The name has been used throughout Europe in various forms and has been borne by saints and royalty.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cat, Cathy, Rina, Cate
Sibling names for Catherina
Names that share Catherina's style, for a brother or sister.
