CATHERINE
The meaning of the unisex name Catherine is
Details on CATHERINE:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Popularity for Girl:
- 671st in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 34,068th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
955 births
CATHERINE as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
CATHERINE as a BOY in 2007
The meaning(s) of CATHERINE:
The name Catherine is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Catherine is: Innocent.
The name Catherine is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Catherine is: Innocent.
The name Catherine is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Catherine is: Pure, clear. Form of the Latin Katharina, from the Greek Aikaterina. It was borne by a number of saints, including St Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th century martyr who suffered torture on a spiked wheel.
The name Catherine is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Catherine is: Pure, clear. Form of the Latin 'Katharina', from the Greek 'Aikaterina'. It was borne by a number of saints, including St Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th century martyr who suffered torture on a spiked wheel.
The name Catherine is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Catherine is: Pure. Famous bearer: Catherine the Great, Empress of Russia.
The name Catherine is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Catherine is: Pure. Clear. Innocent. From the Gaelic form Caitlin.
USA SSA birth(s) for CATHERINE:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CATHERINE
CATHERINE as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 955 births |
| 2023 | 933 births |
| 2022 | 981 births |
| 2021 | 1004 births |
| 2020 | 1155 births |
| 2019 | 1312 births |
| 2018 | 1506 births |
| 2017 | 1573 births |
| 2016 | 1666 births |
| 2015 | 1802 births |
| 2014 | 1940 births |
| 2013 | 1865 births |
| 2012 | 1910 births |
| 2011 | 1934 births |
| 2010 | 1610 births |
| 2009 | 1889 births |
CATHERINE as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 births |
| 2005 | 8 births |
| 2004 | 11 births |
| 2002 | 10 births |
| 1999 | 9 births |
| 1997 | 8 births |
| 1996 | 11 births |
| 1995 | 11 births |
| 1992 | 10 births |
| 1991 | 8 births |
| 1990 | 23 births |
| 1989 | 44 births |
| 1988 | 16 births |
| 1987 | 24 births |
| 1986 | 24 births |
| 1985 | 12 births |
About the name CATHERINE
Catherine, a name that dances through history and culture, carries with it a rich tapestry of meaning and significance. Derived from the Greek name 'Aikaterine', its roots are often associated with purity and clarity, stemming from the Greek word 'katharos'. This timeless name has graced the lives of many notable figures, including saints, queens, and artists, weaving its way through the fabric of various cultures. In France, Catherine is celebrated for its elegance and charm, often linked to the revered Saint Catherine of Siena, while in England, it evokes the regal presence of Catherine of Aragon, one of history’s most intriguing queens. The name finds warmth in many languages, from the Italian 'Caterina' to the Spanish 'Catalina', each variation echoing the same graceful spirit. Its popularity spans continents, thriving in places such as the United States, where it remains a classic choice, and in Russia as 'Ekaterina', where it embodies strength and resilience. With its connections to nobility, faith, and artistic inspiration, Catherine is not just a name; it is a legacy, a gentle promise of brightness, making it a beautiful choice for a child destined to shine.
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