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Katherine Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "katherine" is "pure", and is used often for "girls".

Name
katherine
Meaning
pure
Pronunciation
kath-rin
Used for
girls
Syllables
2

Katherine Name Details

The name Katherine is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which itself is derived from the Greek word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'. It has its roots in ancient Greek mythology, as Catherine of Alexandria was a legendary Christian martyr who was renowned for her purity and intellect. The name Katherine has been used in various forms and spellings in different cultures throughout history, including Catherine, Kathryn, and Katharine.

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