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Kathrina

kath-REE-nuh · A variant of Katherine, meaning 'pure' in Greek.

Peak popularity
1886
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Kathrina since 1886

Babies named Kathrina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1989, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Kathrina's real moment was 1886.

101929192019602000Most births 1989Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1880s5
1890s5
1900s0
1910s0
1920s0
1930s0
1940s0
1950s53
1960s131
1970s161
1980s203
1990s159
2000s65
2010s5
2020s0

Meaning & origin

The name Kathrina first entered U.S. records in 1886, its peak year according to Social Security data, but it has never been widely used. With no rank in recent years and a trajectory classified as stable, it remains a rare variant of the classic Katherine. The name has never been concentrated in any particular state, reflecting its scattered historical usage. Kathrina offers a distinctive spelling that preserves the traditional sound, making it a choice for those seeking an uncommon name with deep historical roots.

Kathrina is a variant of Katherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine. The meaning is traditionally linked to the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' The name has been used in various forms across Europe for centuries, with Kathrina being a less common spelling variant popularized in English-speaking countries.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Kat, Kathy, Trina, Rina

Variants: Katrina, Catherine, Katherine, Cathrina

Sibling names for Kathrina

Names that share Kathrina's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Kathrina mean?
Kathrina is a variant of Katherine, meaning 'pure' from the Greek 'katharos.'
How popular is the name Kathrina?
Kathrina is a rare name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1886 and has not ranked in the top 1000 in recent years.
Is Kathrina a girl's name or a boy's name?
Kathrina is typically used as a girl's name.