Female Name
Katyusha
kɐ.ˈtʲu.ʂə
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
Writing Systems
КатюшаRussian
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
87/100
classic120%
youthful120%
upper class65%
wholesome120%
strong80%
refined100%
strange160%
complex100%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
Katyusha is a diminutive of the Russian name Ekaterina or Yekaterina, which is the Russian form of Katherine or Catherine. The name gained significant cultural prominence due to the 1938 Soviet song titled 'Katyusha,' which became widely popular during World War II. The song's popularity contributed to the name's association with resilience and patriotism in Russian culture.
Etymology
Original Form:
Yekaterina
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Greek name Aikaterine, which was adapted into Russian as Ekaterina or Yekaterina. The diminutive form 'Katyusha' emerged as a common affectionate nickname.
Source:
Russian naming conventions and historical linguistic adaptation.