Katarina is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which has been associated with the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' The name gained significant cultural relevance due to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr known for her wisdom and eloquence. It has since been popular across various cultures, particularly in European countries, as a symbol of purity and spiritual devotion.
IPA: /ka.taˈriː.na/ · Simplified: ka-ta-REE-na
45/100
Popularity
Stable
10-Year Trend
6
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2020
Peak Year
Etymology, origin story, and cultural significance.
Katarina is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which has been associated with the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' The name gained significant cultural relevance due to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr known for her wisdom and eloquence. It has since been popular across various cultures, particularly in European countries, as a symbol of purity and spiritual devotion.
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IPA notation and a simplified pronunciation guide.
IPA: /ka.taˈriː.na/ · Simplified: ka-ta-REE-na
Common diminutives and short forms used in everyday life.
Popularity score over the last 10 years and countries where this name is popular.
Top countries where this name is most common.
Slovenia
Croatia
Serbia
Sweden
Germany
Norway
How this name appears across different languages and cultures.
Katarína
Katharina
Catarina
Ekaterina
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Traits and perception commonly associated with this name.
Individuals named Katarina are often perceived as elegant and poised. They are seen as reliable and possess a strong sense of justice and fairness. Katarinas are typically strong-willed, embodying both grace and fortitude, with an inclination towards introspection and a love for cultural and intellectual pursuits.
Traditional celebration date for this name.
November 25
Well-known figures who share this name.
Katarina Witt
German figure skater, double Olympic champion (1984, 1988)
Katarina Johnson-Thompson
British track and field athlete, World Champion in heptathlon (2019)
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