Female Name
Trijntje
ˈtrɛi̯n.t͡ɕə
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
diminutives
Netherlands in the Eurovision Song Contest
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
74/100
Meaning & Etymology
Trijntje is a Dutch diminutive form of the name Katrijn, which itself is a variant of Katherine. The name Katherine has Greek origins, derived from the name Aikaterine, and is associated with purity. Trijntje, as a diminutive, conveys a sense of endearment and familiarity, often used in informal or familial contexts.
Etymology
Original Form:
Katrijn
Evolution:
The name Katrijn evolved from the Greek name Aikaterine, which was Latinized as Catharina. Over time, Catharina was adapted into various European languages, including Dutch, where it became Katrijn. T...
Source:
Dutch naming conventions and historical linguistics