Katherine

Meaning of Katherine

Katherine means "pure."

Katherine has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Katherine

Katherine has cooled off, slipping to #186 in 2025, down from a peak of #33 in 2000.

Notable people named Katherine

• Katherine Hepburn
  Iconic American actress
• Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge
  British Royal family member
• Katherine Johnson
  NASA mathematician
• Katherine Heigl
  American actress
• Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt
  Author and animal advocate

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Questions about the name Katherine

What does the name Katherine mean?

Katherine means katherine means "pure.", and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Katherine a boy's or a girl's name?

Katherine is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Katherine?

In 2025, Katherine ranked #186 for girls, down from #175 the year before.

When was Katherine most popular?

Katherine peaked at #33 in 2000.