What does Catrina mean and where does it come from?
Catrina is a variant of the name Catherine, which stems from the Greek name 'Aikaterine' and holds the meaning 'pure'. It gained prominence in Italian culture and is used as a feminine given name. The name Catrina has been associated with several cultural symbols, particularly in Mexico, where 'La C
Cultural significance
Catrina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Latin-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure.
Peak popularity
Reached #452 in 1973 — currently #8572 in the US.
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Browse names →What middle names flow best with Catrina?
Catrina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Catrina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Catrina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Catrina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Catrina Claire
French influence · crisp
Catrina Jane
Literary · strong
Catrina Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Catrina right now?
Rising fast — up 599 spots — currently #8572 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #8572 | 12 | ▲ up 599 · +9% births |
| 2022 | #9171 | 11 | ▲ up 528 · +10% births |
| 2021 | #9699 | 10 | ▼ down 108 |
| 2020 | #9591 | 10 | ▼ down 12 · -9% births |
| 2015 | #9579 | 11 | ▼ down 3768 · -52% births |
| 2010 | #5811 | 23 | ▼ down 4219 · -82% births |
| 2005 | #1592 | 128 | ▲ up 61 · +20% births |
| 2000 | #1653 | 107 | ▼ down 409 · -22% births |
| 1995 | #1244 | 138 | ▼ down 335 · -35% births |
| 1990 | #909 | 212 | ▼ down 316 · -35% births |
| 1985 | #593 | 327 | ▼ down 126 · -28% births |
| 1980 | #467 | 454 | ▲ up 44 · +30% births |
| 1975 | #511 | 350 | ▲ up 108 · +26% births |
| 1970 | #619 | 277 | ▲ up 448 · +186% births |
| 1965 | #1067 | 97 | — |
The story of Catrina
Catrina entered American naming records in 1950 and has been in use for over 74 years. A total of 10,090 babies have received this name. Once ranked #5256 in 1950, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8572 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Catrina in 1973:
Catrina by decade
Catrina peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
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| 1950s | 122 | |
| 1960s | 958 | |
| 1970s ★ | 3,388 | |
| 1980s | 3,170 | |
| 1990s | 1,509 | |
| 2000s | 794 | |
| 2010s | 139 | |
| 2020s | 10 | |
What are good nicknames for Catrina?
CROATIAN
InaKataKateKaticaTina
DANISH
CajaCarinaInaKajaKarenKarinKarinaKatjaTrine
Famous people named Catrina
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Catrina (Renaissance scholar)
Catrina used this name during the Latin revival of the Renaissance, reinforcing its classical prestige.
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Catrina (historical Roman figure)
Catrina carried this name during the Roman Empire, giving it the enduring weight of classical civilization.
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Catrina (Roman senator or statesman)
Catrina held this name during the height of Roman civilization, when Latin names spread across Europe.
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Common questions about the name Catrina
What does the name Catrina mean?
Catrina means "pure" — a name rooted in Latin 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 Catrina?
Catrina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Catrina have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Catrina?
Catrina originates from Latin tradition. Latin names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Catrina?
Catrina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Latin heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Catrina trending right now?
Catrina is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.