Katrece Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kuh-TREECE /kəˈtris/
Origin: English; American
Meaning: Derived from the name Katrice, possibly a variant of Catherine meaning 'pure'.
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Katrece is believed to be a modern variant of the name Catherine, which has its roots in the Greek name Aikaterine. The etymology of Aikaterine is somewhat debated, but it is often linked to the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This name was adopted into Latin as Catharina, which then influenced its forms in various languages, including Old French and Middle English, before evolving into the modern English Catherine.
The transition to Katrece likely reflects a contemporary trend of creating unique or phonetic variations of traditional names, particularly in the 20th century. Historically, the name Catherine has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr from the 4th century, who became a symbol of wisdom and learning.
Her legacy was further cemented in the medieval period when her feast day was established, and she was venerated in various Christian traditions. The name gained prominence through royal connections, such as Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of King Henry VIII of England in the 16th century, and Catherine the Great, the Empress of Russia in the 18th century.
These figures contributed to the name's enduring presence in European history. Culturally, the name Catherine and its variants have been associated with ideals of purity, strength, and resilience, which have helped maintain its significance across generations.
The name has also inspired various literary works, including Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," where the character Katherina embodies strong-willed traits. While Katrece itself may not have historical figures associated with it, its roots in the name Catherine link it to a rich tapestry of cultural and historical narratives that underscore its significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katrece was first seen in the United States in 1969.
Katrece has ranked as high as #1113 nationally, which occurred in 1971, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Katrece has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Katrece 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 Katrece was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Katrece
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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 Katrece.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1969 | 6 |