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Kateryn

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Pronounced KATH-rin /ˈkæθ.rɪn/Medium

Meaning: A variant of Katherine (via the Kathryn spelling), from the Greek Aikaterine, traditionally read as 'pure' (via katharos). A classic in a modern -yn spelling.Low

In 30 seconds: A classic in a -yn spelling: Kateryn is a form of Katherine, 'pure' (said 'KATH-rin'). Elegant and modern.
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Origin MediumGreek
MeaningA variant of Katherine (via the Kathryn spelling), from the Greek Aikaterine, traditionally read as 'pure' (via katharos). A classic in a modern -yn spelling.
U.S. rank (2024)#11590 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births8 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2006
Total births (all-time)≈ 149

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200619902024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kateryn is a variant of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine, long read as 'pure.' It carries the classic's grace in a trimmed -yn spelling akin to Kathryn — rare in the U.S. (said 'KATH-rin').

It appears rarely, next to the common Katherine and Kathryn. Rare, classic, and modern.

Did you know? Kateryn respells Katherine (via Kathryn), from the Greek Aikaterine and traditionally read as 'pure' — a timeless classic finished with a modern -yn ending (said 'KATH-rin').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Kateryn — Katherine/Kathryn variant; Greek 'pure'

Variations

KathrynKatherineKaterine

Nicknames

KateKat

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If you like Kateryn…

Kathryn— the near-twin spelling
Katherine— the standard form
Katarina— a like classic Katherine form
Kathleen— a like Katherine-rooted name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kateryn mean?

Kateryn is a form of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine, traditionally read as 'pure.'

How do you pronounce Kateryn?

It's said KATH-rin /ˈkæθ.rɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Kateryn a boy or girl name?

Kateryn is a girl's name.

How popular is Kateryn?

Kateryn is a rare name in the U.S.

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