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Kathrine
Pronounced KATH-rin /ˈkæθ.rɪn/High
Meaning: A spelling of Katherine — from Greek katharos, 'pure, clean'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Kathrine is a contracted spelling of Katherine — from Greek katharos, 'pure, clean' (St Catherine of Alexandria, the learned martyr of the Catherine wheel). A classic, elegant, enduring name; the contracted styling personalizes it (nicknames Kate, Kathy, Katie).
It registers thinly beside Katherine. Rare, pure at the root, and elegant.
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What does the name Kathrine mean?
Kathrine spells Katherine — Greek 'pure'.
How do you pronounce Kathrine?
It's said KATH-rin /ˈkæθ.rɪn/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Kathrine a boy or girl name?
Kathrine is a girl's name.
How popular is Kathrine?
Kathrine is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Katherine is more common.