Declining since 1989, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Kathrine since 1880
Babies named Kathrine per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1956, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Kathrine's real moment was 1882.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 240 |
| 1890s | 229 |
| 1900s | 252 |
| 1910s | 837 |
| 1920s | 1,138 |
| 1930s | 758 |
| 1940s | 1,005 |
| 1950s | 2,288 |
| 1960s | 1,817 |
| 1970s | 1,707 |
| 1980s | 2,155 |
| 1990s | 1,949 |
| 2000s | 991 |
| 2010s | 307 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Kathrine is a less common variant of Katherine, a name with deep historical roots. First recorded in U.S. data in 1880, the name saw modest use in the late 19th century, reaching its peak rank of 7,133 in 1882, when it was given to a small number of girls. Over time, the spelling fell out of favor, and its trajectory has been declining since 1989. Today, the name is rare, with an estimated 1 in 107,151 newborns receiving it in 2025. While not associated with any particular state, Kathrine remains a recognizable alternative to more popular forms like Katherine or Catherine, appealing to parents seeking a vintage yet distinctive choice.
Kathrine is a variant spelling of Katherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine. The name's ultimate origin is uncertain, but it has been associated with the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning pure. Early Christian tradition links the name to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th-century martyr. The spelling Kathrine emerged as a less common variant, particularly in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Where Kathrine 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: Kat, Kathy, Rinne
Sibling names for Kathrine
Names that share Kathrine's style, for a brother or sister.
