Katherine

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Births Last Year: 1,740
All-Time Total: 620,803
Peak Year: 1990

Katherine is of Greek origin, derived from the name Aikaterine. It does not have a specific meaning but is often associated with purity and innocence.

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Source: Social Security Administration

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