Declining since 1991, #3,389 for girls today.
Popularity of Katheryn since 1880
Babies named Katheryn per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1990, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Katheryn's real moment was 1881.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 122 |
| 1890s | 203 |
| 1900s | 302 |
| 1910s | 1,192 |
| 1920s | 1,543 |
| 1930s | 891 |
| 1940s | 1,243 |
| 1950s | 1,745 |
| 1960s | 1,189 |
| 1970s | 962 |
| 1980s | 1,598 |
| 1990s | 1,862 |
| 2000s | 1,321 |
| 2010s | 786 |
| 2020s | 261 |
Meaning & origin
Katheryn is a less common respelling of the classic Katherine, offering a distinctive twist while retaining the familiar sounds. First recorded in the United States in 1880, the name saw its peak year in 1881, and has been declining in use since the 1990s. While never widely popular, it has seen modest usage primarily in states like Florida, Texas, and California. With a rank of 3,389 in 2025 and an incidence of 1 in 35,717, Katheryn remains a rare choice, appealing to parents seeking a traditional name with a unique spelling. Its trajectory as a falling name since 1991 suggests it may become even less common in the future, making it a distinctive option for those who appreciate its historical roots and elegant sound.
Katheryn is a respelled variant of Katherine, which itself comes from the Greek name Aikaterine. The name's exact origin is uncertain, but it has been linked to the Greek adjective katharos, meaning 'pure.' Another theory ties it to the goddess Hecate. The name was borne by numerous early Christian saints, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and became widespread in Europe during the medieval period. The spelling Katheryn emerged in the English-speaking world as a less common variant, influenced by spellings like Kathryn.
Where Katheryn 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.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kathy, Kate, Katie, Kat, Lyn
Sibling names for Katheryn
Names that share Katheryn's style, for a brother or sister.
