Best-BabyName
Female Name

Katheryn

ˈkæθ.ə.ɹɪn
ˈkæθ.ɹɪn
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

British royal family
currently out of the US top 1000
isograms
nobility
pop music
pop singers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
65/100
classic65%
mature65%
formal100%
upper class80%
natural80%
wholesome120%
strong65%
refined140%
strange65%
complex65%
serious65%

Meaning & Etymology

Katheryn is a feminine given name, a variant of Katherine. The name Katherine is of Greek origin, derived from the name Aikaterine, which is of debated meaning but often associated with the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' Katheryn, as a variant, carries similar connotations of purity and has been used in various cultures and languages, adapting to local linguistic norms and preferences.

Etymology

Original Form:

Aikaterine

Evolution:

The name evolved from Aikaterine to Katherine in medieval Europe, with Katheryn emerging as a variant spelling. The transformation reflects phonetic adaptations and regional linguistic preferences.

Source:

Historical linguistics and onomastic studies

Related Names

Catharine

Variants

Catherine

Variants

Cathryn

Variants

Katharyn

Variants

Katherine

Variants

Kathryn

Variants

Catherin

Variants

Catherina

Variants

Katharine

Variants

Katherina

Variants

Katheryne

Variants

Kat

Diminutives

Kate

Diminutives

Katey

Diminutives

Kathi

Diminutives

Kathie

Diminutives

Kathy

Diminutives

Katie

Diminutives

Stay Updated

Get notified about new features and name trends