Catharina

“Pure; from the Greek name 'Aikaterina'”

Greece origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11373US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

288All-time births

📅 Since 194800

How to pronounce Catharina

KATH·AH·REE·nuh

/ˈkæth.ˈɑ.ˈriː.nə/ · stress on KATH · 4 syllables

“Pure; from the Greek name 'Aikaterina'”

Greece origin · Girl name

What does Catharina mean and where does it come from?

Catharina is a variation of the name Katherine, stemming from the Greek 'Aikaterina', which means 'pure'. It is used widely in countries such as Greece and the Netherlands, and has historical significance, attested to notable figures like Saint Catherine of Alexandria. The name reflects a rich herit

Cultural significance

Catharina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure; from the greek name 'aikaterina'.

Peak popularity

Reached #4676 in 1955 — currently #11373 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Catharina?

Catharina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Catharina Grace

How popular is Catharina right now?

Rising fast — up 2564 spots — currently #11373 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1955–2023#11373 · Top 8.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11373	8	▲ up 2564 · +33% births
2022	#13937	6	▼ down 3488 · -33% births
2021	#10449	9	▲ up 4825 · +80% births
2020	#15274	5	▼ down 3257 · -37% births
2005	#12017	8	▲ up 3335 · +60% births
2000	#15352	5	▼ down 5620 · -37% births
1995	#9732	8	▼ down 303 · +33% births
1980	#9429	6	▼ down 1971 · -14% births
1975	#7458	7	▼ down 10 · +17% births
1970	#7448	6	▼ down 1854 · -14% births
1965	#5594	7	▲ up 534 · +17% births
1960	#6128	6	▼ down 1452 · -25% births
1955	#4676	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Catharina

Best Year1955Rank #4676

Peak Count9

Average Rank#9913

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1955 - 202313 years

The story of Catharina

Catharina entered American naming records in 1948 and has been in use for over 76 years. With 288 total births recorded, Catharina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4676 in 1955, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11373 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Catharina in 1955:

Mary Deborah Linda Debra Susan

Catharina by decade

Catharina peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	5
1950s	15
1960s	49
1970s	55
1980s	39
1990s ★	58
2000s	46
2010s	16
2020s	5

💎Catharina has only 288 total recorded births since 1948 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Catharina?

BULGARIAN

Katerina

CROATIAN

InaKataKateKaticaTina

CZECH

Katka

DANISH

CajaCarinaInaKajaKarenKarinKarinaKatjaTrine

What names sound and feel like Catharina?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Catharina also consider these

Portugal · derived from the

Greece · Crown or wreath

Castorina

Latin · A Latin name

Camerina

Spain · delicate flower

How is Catharina written in other languages?

What are the boy versions of Catharina?

Cătălin ROMANIAN Keila ENGLISH Shayla ENGLISH Tayla ENGLISH Ketevan GEORGIAN Keti GEORGIAN Keto GEORGIAN Hekate GREEK MYTHOLOGY

Common questions about the name Catharina

What does the name Catharina mean?

Catharina means "Pure; from the Greek name 'Aikaterina'" — a name rooted in Greece tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Catharina?

Catharina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Catharina have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Catharina?

Catharina originates from Greece tradition. Greece names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Catharina?

Catharina is a four-syllable name pronounced K AE1 T HH AA1 R IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Catharina?

Catharina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Greece heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.