Ekaterine
“pure, unsullied” — Associated with the Greek word 'katharos'
Greek origin · Girl name
#1517US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.1%Percentile
What does Ekaterine mean and where does it come from?
Ekaterine is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is often associated with the Greek word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'.
Cultural significance
The name is widely used in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe and Greece, often associated with Saint Catherine.
Peak popularity
Reached #1517 in 2015 — currently #1517 in the US.
How popular is Ekaterine right now?
Holding steady — currently #1517 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Ekaterine is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Ekaterine?
BULGARIAN
Katerina
CROATIAN
InaKataKateKaticaTina
CZECH
Katka
DANISH
CajaCarinaInaKajaKarenKarinKarinaKatjaTrine
Famous people named Ekaterine
EG
Ekaterine Gavasheli
A Georgian politician and member of the Parliament of Georgia.
ED
Ekaterine Dadiani
A Georgian noblewoman and historical figure from the 19th century.
How is Ekaterine written in other languages?
Aikaterine
ANCIENT GREEK
Katalin
BASQUE
Katsiaryna
BELARUSIAN
Katarin
BRETON
Ekaterina
BULGARIAN
Caterina
CATALAN
ეკატერინე
Georgian
What are the boy versions of Ekaterine?
Common questions about the name Ekaterine
What does the name Ekaterine mean?
Ekaterine means "pure, unsullied" — a name rooted in Greek 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 Ekaterine?
Ekaterine is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Ekaterine?
Ekaterine originates from Greek tradition. Greek 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 Ekaterine?
Ekaterine pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar International heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Ekaterine more of a girl or boy name?
Ekaterine is primarily used as a girl name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.