Holding steady, #4,172 for girls today.
Popularity of Katherin since 1892
Babies named Katherin per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 11 |
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 65 |
| 1920s | 118 |
| 1930s | 102 |
| 1940s | 133 |
| 1950s | 237 |
| 1960s | 218 |
| 1970s | 233 |
| 1980s | 577 |
| 1990s | 496 |
| 2000s | 720 |
| 2010s | 490 |
| 2020s | 225 |
Meaning & origin
Katherin is a less common spelling of the enduringly popular Katherine. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1892, but its use has been modest. Its highest ranking came in 1989, when it reached its peak position. In 2025, it ranked 4,172nd, a relatively stable position with 1 in 47,273 newborn girls receiving this spelling. Top states for the name include Texas and California, reflecting broader geographic distribution. Katherin's mild usage over the decades suggests it remains a recognizable but uncommon choice, often appealing to parents seeking a phonetic variant of a classic name.
Katherin is a variant spelling of Katherine, a name that ultimately derives from the Greek Aikaterine. The early Christian saint Catherine of Alexandria popularized the name, and it entered English via Old French. The spelling Katherin is a less common variant, reflecting phonetic simplification.
Where Katherin is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kate, Kathy, Kat, Katie, Trina
Sibling names for Katherin
Names that share Katherin's style, for a brother or sister.
