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