US Popularity:6482
Origin:Greek
Meaning:pure
Katharine is a girl's name of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek word katharos which means "pure." Katharine offers plenty of variety when it comes to spelling, with popular variations including Katherine, Kathryn, and Catherine. If you're looking for a classic name to celebrate baby's angelic presence, Katherine is a worthy contender. You can also shorten it with a sweet nickname like Kate, Kitty, or Cathy.
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Famous People Named Katharine

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  • Katharine Hepburn
    Actress

Katharine Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Katharine is currently #6482 in U.S. births
Girl:Katharine is currently #2568 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#6482
in 2022
+ 1244
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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