Kathern Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kathern has its roots in Greek, originating from 'Aikaterine', which means 'pure'. It evolved through various historical forms including Latin and Old French. The name gained prominence in the Middle Ages, influenced by the legacy of Saint Catherine. Modern perceptions of the name reflect elegance and historical depth, and it has variants such as Catherine and Kate. There is no direct biblical relevance.
The name Kathern is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Kathern has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kathern' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1255th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1114th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1319th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2875th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6065th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 21917th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Kathern' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kathern"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæθərn/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Kathern 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), Kathern (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Cathryn, Kate, Katie
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Kathern is perceived as a classic and elegant name with historical significance, often associated with grace and purity.
Famous People
Kathern Zeta-Jones (actress), Kathern Hepburn (actress)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kathern"
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 "Kathern"
"Kathern" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1255th of 9107 | 659 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1114th of 9204 | 805 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1319th of 12526 | 1,157 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2875th of 19264 | 402 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6065th of 27321 | 210 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 21917th of 35406 | 31 |
Regional Popularity of "Kathern" 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 "Kathern" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
74.58% 1056th/1416 |
- |
47.34% 1120th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
83.70% 1294th/1546 |
- |
42.46% 999th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
55.95% 1246th/2227 |
- |
45.92% 1310th/2853 |
51.71% 1435th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
85.12% 2500th/2937 |
- |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kathern"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kathern" 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.