Declining since 1985, #2,214 for girls today.
Popularity of Katrina since 1895
Babies named Katrina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 11 |
| 1900s | 42 |
| 1910s | 148 |
| 1920s | 212 |
| 1930s | 298 |
| 1940s | 743 |
| 1950s | 3,812 |
| 1960s | 12,279 |
| 1970s | 24,292 |
| 1980s | 28,828 |
| 1990s | 18,401 |
| 2000s | 9,521 |
| 2010s | 2,198 |
| 2020s | 708 |
Meaning & origin
Katrina is a classic feminine name of Greek origin, derived from Katherine. After first appearing in U.S. records in 1895, it reached its peak rank in 1980, with a 1-in-19365 incidence in 2025. The name has been in decline since 1985, but it remains well-known. Its strongest state associations include Missouri, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. While the name may be familiar due to Hurricane Katrina in 2005, its long history as a variant of Katherine gives it a timeless appeal.
Katrina is a variant of Katherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine. The meaning is often interpreted as 'pure' from the Greek katharos, though the name may also have roots in the goddess Hekate. It has been used across Europe since the Middle Ages and became particularly popular in the English-speaking world in the 20th century.
Where Katrina 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, Trina, Katie, Kathy
Sibling names for Katrina
Names that share Katrina's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Katrina
Names whose popularity has moved with Katrina's over the last 50 years.
