Kateryna

“Pure”

Ukraine origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#9939US 2023

10Births / yr

↑Rising

120All-time births

📅 Since 198200

How to pronounce Kateryna

kah-te-ri-nah

/kah-te-ri-nah/ · · 4 syllables

“Pure”

Ukraine origin · Girl name

What does Kateryna mean and where does it come from?

Kateryna is a popular Ukrainian name derived from the Greek name 'Aikaterine', which means 'pure'. It is one of the most common female names in Ukraine and is often used to honor saints, such as Saint Catherine. With various diminutives and variations, such as Katya, the name holds cultural signific

Cultural significance

Kateryna has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Ukraine-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure.

Peak popularity

Reached #8280 in 2018 — currently #9939 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kateryna?

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

Kateryna Grace

How popular is Kateryna right now?

Rising fast — up 4493 spots — currently #9939 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1995–2023#9939 · Top 7.3%

1995

2010

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9939	10	▲ up 4493 · +67% births
2022	#14432	6	▼ down 2804 · -25% births
2021	#11628	8	▲ up 3982 · +60% births
2020	#15610	5	▼ down 4442 · -44% births
2015	#11168	9	▲ up 6549 · +80% births
2010	#17717	5	▼ down 3262
1995	#14455	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kateryna

Best Year2023Rank #9939

Peak Count10

Average Rank#13564

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1995 - 20237 years

The story of Kateryna

Kateryna is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1982. With 120 total births recorded, Kateryna remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14455 in 1995 to #9939 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kateryna in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

Kateryna by decade

Kateryna peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	5
1990s	12
2000s	19
2010s ★	79
2020s	5

💎Kateryna has only 120 total recorded births since 1982 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kateryna?

BULGARIAN

Katerina

CROATIAN

InaKataKateKaticaTina

CZECH

Katka

DANISH

CajaCarinaInaKajaKarenKarinKarinaKatjaTrine

What names sound and feel like Kateryna?

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

Greece · A beloved name

Kalyna

Ukraine · the viburnum tree

Karolyna

USA · Free man

Valentyna

Ukraine · Strong, healthy

How is Kateryna written in other languages?

Катерина

Ukrainian

What are the boy versions of Kateryna?

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

Common questions about the name Kateryna

What does the name Kateryna mean?

Kateryna means "Pure" — a name rooted in Ukraine 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 Kateryna?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kateryna?

Kateryna originates from Ukraine tradition. Ukraine 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 Kateryna?

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

Is Kateryna trending right now?

Kateryna is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.