What does the name Katharine mean?

The name Katharine means "Pure".

What is the origin of the name Katharine?

Katharine is a name of Greek origin.

In 2023, 28 babies were named Katharine in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Katharine is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Katharine Hepburn - Actress, won 4 Academy Awards.
Katharine Graham - Publisher, led The Washington Post.
Katharine McPhee - Singer, actress, American Idol contestant.
Katharine Isabelle - Actress, known for horror films.
Katharine Ross - Actress, starred in The Graduate.
Katharine Hamnett - Fashion designer, known for political T-shirts.
Katharine Gun - Whistleblower, leaked NSA memo.
Katharine Jefferts Schori - First female Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church.
Katharine Hayhoe - Climate scientist, advocate for climate action.
Katharine Whitehorn - Journalist, columnist for The Observer.

Girl names closely related to Katharine

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Boy names closely related to Katharine

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Names with similar meaning to Katharine

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