Declining since 1994, #1,777 for girls today.
Popularity of Katarina since 1958
Babies named Katarina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 53 |
| 1970s | 148 |
| 1980s | 553 |
| 1990s | 3,553 |
| 2000s | 2,703 |
| 2010s | 1,571 |
| 2020s | 771 |
Meaning & origin
Katarina is a classic name with enduring appeal. First recorded in the U.S. in 1958, it reached its peak popularity in 1994, ranking among the top names for girls. Since then, its usage has gradually declined, falling to rank 1,777 in 2025. The name remains most popular in Florida, California, and New York. As a variant of Katherine, Katarina carries a sense of tradition while offering a distinctive spelling. Its cross-cultural presence in Greek, Slavic, and Scandinavian traditions gives it a versatile and international feel.
Katarina is a variant of Katherine, which comes from the Greek name Aikaterine. The meaning is debated, but it is traditionally associated with 'katharos', meaning 'pure'. The name spread through early Christian saints and became popular across Europe. This spelling, with a K, is especially common in Slavic and Scandinavian countries.
Where Katarina is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Katarina” around the world
Where Katarina lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kat, Kata, Rina, Trina
Variants: Catherine, Katharine, Katherine, Catarina, Katrina
Sibling names for Katarina
Names that share Katarina's style, for a brother or sister.
