US Popularity:8547
Origin:Greek
Meaning:pure
Katharine is a girl's name of Greek origin. It is derived from the Greek word katharos which means "pure." Katharine offers plenty of variety when it comes to spelling, with popular variations including Katherine, Kathryn, and Catherine. If you're looking for a classic name to celebrate baby's angelic presence, Katherine is a worthy contender. You can also shorten it with a sweet nickname like Kate, Kitty, or Cathy.
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Famous People Named Katharine

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  • Katharine Hepburn
    Actress

How Popular Is The Name Katharine?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Katharine is currently #4794 on The Bump
Girl:Katharine is currently #3180 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Katharine is currently #8547 in U.S. births
Girl:Katharine is currently #4935 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
#4935
in 2025
- 123
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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