Katerine Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Katerine is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'pure'. It evolved from Aikaterine in Greek to Katherine in Latin and then to Katerine in Modern English. The name is associated with positive traits such as grace and elegance. It does not have a biblical relevance but gained popularity in medieval Europe due to Saint Catherine. Variants include Catherine and Katya, and the name is currently viewed as classic.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katerine"
Pronunciation
/kæˈtɪərɪn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Katerine 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 (Greek), Catherine (Latin), Katherine (Old French), Katerine (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Katerine gained popularity in the medieval period, particularly in Europe, due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Catriona, Katya
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Katerine is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with grace and sophistication.
Famous People
Katerine Jean-Pierre (American political activist), Katerine (Canadian singer-songwriter)
📊 Katerine Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Katerine Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 50 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katerine"
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 "Katerine"
"Katerine" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8881st of 12526 | 23 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8845th of 19264 | 61 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5538th of 27321 | 239 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4388th of 35406 | 496 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11212th of 30306 | 98 |
Regional Popularity of "Katerine" 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 "Katerine" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
63.78% 2854th/4475 |
- |
77.38% 4888th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
53.87% 2782nd/5164 |
60.69% 4438th/7313 |
46.70% 3485th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katerine"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katerine" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Katerine" in the United States
The name Katerine is most popular in New York, 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, Katerine has been stalled 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 Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Katerine' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 9204th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8881st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5538th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4388th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11212th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Katerine' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.