Girl
Katherine
“pure”
- Origin
- Greek
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- 66 of 100Popular
- Nicknames
- Kate · Kathy · Katie
About the name Katherine
Katherine is a feminine first name meaning “pure”, with roots in Greek. The name has 3 syllables. It is fairly common. Common nicknames include Kate, Kathy, Katie.
Frequently asked about Katherine
- What does the name Katherine mean?
- The first name Katherine means “pure”.
- Where does the name Katherine come from?
- Katherine has its roots in Greek.
- Is Katherine a girls' or boys' name?
- Katherine is a feminine first name (a girls' name).
- How popular is Katherine?
- Katherine is a fairly common first name.
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