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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kuh-TER-uh /kəˈtɛrə/
Origin: English; Native American
Meaning: English: pure; Native American: a name of uncertain meaning
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Katerra is believed to have roots in the Greek name "Katherine," which is derived from the Greek "katharos," meaning "pure." This name was further influenced by the Latin form "Catherina," which was adopted into various languages throughout Europe. The transition into English occurred through the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where the name became popularized in England, often associated with various saints and historical figures, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a prominent early Christian martyr whose feast day is celebrated on November 25th.
Historically, the name Katherine has been borne by several notable figures, including Catherine of Siena, a 14th-century mystic and theologian who was canonized as a saint in 1461. The name's enduring presence in literature and culture can be traced through its appearances in works such as Geoffrey Chaucer's "The Legend of Good Women" and Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," where the character Katherine is a central figure.
The name has also been associated with royalty, notably Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of King Henry VIII of England, whose marriage and subsequent annulment had significant political and religious implications in the 16th century. Culturally, the name Katerra, as a variant of Katherine, carries connotations of purity and virtue, often linked to the qualities of strength and resilience exemplified by its historical bearers.
The name has various diminutive forms, such as Kate and Katie, which have also enjoyed popularity in different contexts. The symbolic associations with purity and nobility have contributed to the name's lasting appeal across different cultures and eras.
Fictional characters named Katerra
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Katerra is a fictional character from the animated series The Legend of Korra. She is a skilled waterbender and a key figure in the fight against the Red Lotus organization.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katerra was first seen in the United States in 1982.
Katerra has ranked as high as #1236 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Katerra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Katerra is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Katerra was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Katerra
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Katerra.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 1999 | 17 |
| 1998 | 29 |
| 1997 | 25 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |