What Does the Name Katarzyna Mean?

Katarzyna is a girl's name of Polish origin meaning “"pure" (traditional interpretation).”

Updated June 2026

Name	Katarzyna
Gender	female
Origin	Polish
Meaning	"pure" (traditional interpretation)
Variants	Kasia, Katarina, Katherine, Kaśka
Popularity	One of the most common traditional female names in Poland, very widely used through the late 20th century, with the diminutive Kasia in everyday use.

The meaning and origin of Katarzyna

The name Katarzyna means “"pure" (traditional interpretation)” and has Polish origins. The Polish form of Katherine, from the Greek name Aikaterine. Its meaning is uncertain but has long been associated with Greek katharos meaning "pure." It is a quintessentially Polish classic.

Variants and related names

Katarzyna is related to several other names you may recognize: Kasia, Katarina, Katherine, Kaśka. These share a common root or are spelling and language variants of the same name.

How popular is the name Katarzyna?

One of the most common traditional female names in Poland, very widely used through the late 20th century, with the diminutive Kasia in everyday use.

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