What does Katina mean and where does it come from?
Katina is derived from the Greek name 'Aikaterini', which is often associated with purity and is popular in Greek culture. It has also gained popularity in the U.S. among communities of Greek descent. In Greece, Katina is often celebrated for its connection to St. Catherine, adding to its cultural s
Cultural significance
Katina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Greece-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure.
Peak popularity
Reached #117 in 1972 — currently #9940 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Katina?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Katina?
Katina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Katina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Katina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Katina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Katina Claire
French influence · crisp
Katina Jane
Literary · strong
Katina Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Katina right now?
Falling — down 694 spots — currently #9940 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2023 | #9940 | 10 | ▼ down 694 · -9% births |
| 2021 | #9246 | 11 | ▲ up 2933 · +57% births |
| 2020 | #12179 | 7 | ▼ down 4133 · -50% births |
| 2015 | #8046 | 14 | ▲ up 5525 · +100% births |
| 2010 | #13571 | 7 | ▼ down 8842 · -75% births |
| 2005 | #4729 | 28 | ▼ down 1121 · -22% births |
| 2000 | #3608 | 36 | ▼ down 1548 · -45% births |
| 1995 | #2060 | 66 | ▼ down 553 · -36% births |
| 1990 | #1507 | 103 | ▼ down 449 · -26% births |
| 1985 | #1058 | 140 | ▼ down 314 · -37% births |
| 1980 | #744 | 223 | ▼ down 342 · -56% births |
| 1975 | #402 | 506 | ▲ up 1188 · +743% births |
| 1970 | #1590 | 60 | ▲ up 278 · +58% births |
| 1965 | #1868 | 38 | ▼ down 236 · -21% births |
| 1960 | #1632 | 48 | — |
The story of Katina
Katina entered American naming records in 1920 and has been in use for over 104 years. A total of 11,305 babies have received this name. Once ranked #5651 in 1920, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #9940 in 2023. Katina is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Katina in 1972:
Katina by decade
Katina peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1920s | 15 | |
| 1930s | 24 | |
| 1940s | 120 | |
| 1950s | 269 | |
| 1960s | 472 | |
| 1970s ★ | 7,918 | |
| 1980s | 1,363 | |
| 1990s | 716 | |
| 2000s | 292 | |
| 2010s | 109 | |
| 2020s | 7 | |
What are good nicknames for Katina?
CROATIAN
InaKataKateKaticaTina
DANISH
CajaCarinaInaKajaKarenKarinKarinaKatjaTrine
What names sound and feel like Katina?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Katina also consider these
How is Katina written in other languages?
Κατινα
Greek), Катина (Macedonian
What are the boy versions of Katina?
Common questions about the name Katina
What does the name Katina mean?
Katina means "pure" — 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 Katina?
Katina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Katina have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Katina?
Katina 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 Katina?
Katina is a three-syllable name pronounced K AE1 T 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 Katina?
Katina 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.