Katerina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Katerina is a Greek name meaning 'pure', derived from Aikaterine. The name has evolved through various forms such as Catherine and Katherine over time. It has historical significance dating back to the Byzantine Empire and is associated with purity. The name has no direct biblical relevance but it is widely recognized in various cultures. Today, Katerina is seen as a classic and elegant name, with notable bearers across different fields.
The name Katerina is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Katerina has been too falling for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Katerina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6066th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2349th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1284th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1184th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1298th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Katerina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katerina"
Pronunciation
/ˌkætəˈriːnə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Katerina is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is believed to be related to the Greek word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine, Catherine, Katherine, Katerina
Historical Usage
Katerina gained popularity in various cultures, especially in Greece and Eastern Europe, during the Byzantine Empire and has remained a common name throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Katya, Kitty, Kathy
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Katerina is perceived as a classic and elegant name, enjoying popularity in various countries, particularly in Greece and Slavic nations.
Famous People
Katerina Sakellaropoulou - the first female President of Greece, Katerina Graham - American actress and singer, Katerina Barley - German politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katerina"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Katerina"
"Katerina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6066th of 12526 | 74 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2349th of 19264 | 547 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1284th of 27321 | 1,943 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1184th of 35406 | 3,118 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1298th of 30306 | 2,184 |
Regional Popularity of "Katerina" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Katerina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
67.21% 1974th/2937 |
44.36% 1545th/3483 |
- |
61.62% 2492nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.57% 1237th/3685 |
18.06% 808th/4475 |
31.63% 1643rd/5194 |
21.07% 1331st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
25.25% 1157th/4582 |
13.42% 693rd/5164 |
21.69% 1586th/7313 |
17.04% 1272nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
34.24% 1364th/3984 |
19.57% 878th/4487 |
23.12% 1577th/6822 |
20.32% 1275th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katerina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katerina" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.