Catherine as a Female Name
Catherine is most commonly a girl's name.
Parents choosing Catherine for a girl get a name with a clear Greek heritage and a well-established girl's usage. The name Catherine means “of uncertain meaning, later associated with 'pure' (katharos)” and is of Greek origin. Closely related female forms and variants include Katherine, Catharine, Katharina, Caitlin, Kate.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of Catherine across all genders, see the complete Catherine name meaning.
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Is Catherine a girl's name?+
Catherine is most commonly a girl's name. It means “of uncertain meaning, later associated with 'pure' (katharos)” and is of Greek origin.
What does Catherine mean?+
Catherine means “of uncertain meaning, later associated with 'pure' (katharos)” and originates from Greek.