Holding steady.
Popularity of Katheren since 1917
Babies named Katheren per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 10 |
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 5 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 61 |
| 1960s | 18 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 13 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Katheren is an uncommon spelling of a classic name. First recorded in 1917, it saw its peak in 1955, though even then it never reached the Top 1000. It has remained stable in its rarity, with the trajectory showing no sharp rise or decline. The spelling reflects a phonetic rendering preferred by a small number of families, primarily in the United States. Despite never having widespread popularity, it has maintained a quiet presence, likely as an alternative to the more common Katherine.
Katheren is a rare spelling variant of Katherine, which itself derives from the Greek name Aikaterinē. The Greek name's meaning is debated, but it has long been associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning 'pure'. The name was popularized by early Christian saints, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and has been used in England since the Middle Ages. The spelling Katheren represents a phonetic or standardized variant that appeared occasionally in the 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kat, Kathy, Katie, Ren
Sibling names for Katheren
Names that share Katheren's style, for a brother or sister.
