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Katherin

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Pronounced KATH-rin /ˈkæθ.rɪn/High

Meaning: Variant spelling of Katherine — from Greek katharos, 'pure' (via Aikaterine)High

In 30 seconds: The timeless classic, simply spelled: Katherin renders Katherine — 'pure' — without the final e. Elegant, regal, and warm.

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Origin HighGreek

MeaningVariant spelling of Katherine — from Greek katharos, 'pure' (via Aikaterine)

U.S. rank (2025)#4222 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births34 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year1989

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,629

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Katherin is a variant spelling of Katherine — from Greek katharos, 'pure' (via Aikaterine). One of history's great classics, the trimmed spelling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Katherine. Rare, pure at the root, and elegant.

Did you know? Katherine, from Greek katharos, 'pure', has crowned saints and queens — Katherin trims the final e for a streamlined spelling.

Overall data confidence 80%

Behind the Name — Katherine — root etymology

Variations

KatherineKathrynCatherine

Nicknames

KateKathy

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Kathryn— a fellow spelling

Catherine— the C- spelling

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Katherin mean?

Katherin spells Katherine, Greek for 'pure'.

How do you pronounce Katherin?

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

Is Katherin a boy or girl name?

Katherin is a girl's name.

How popular is Katherin?

Katherin is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Katherine is far more common.