Katrine Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ka-TREEN //kəˈtriːn//
Origin: Latin; Greek; Scandinavian
Meaning: Latin: pure; Greek: unsullied; Scandinavian: derived from Katherine
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Katrine is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is believed to have originated from the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This name was adopted into Latin as Catharina and subsequently made its way into Old French as Catherine. The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it became popularized as Catherine and its various forms, including Katrine.
Throughout history, the name Katrine has been associated with several notable figures. One of the most significant is Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr from the 4th century, who became a symbol of wisdom and learning.
Her feast day is celebrated on November 25, and she is often depicted with a wheel, which is a reference to her martyrdom. The name gained further prominence through the influence of various queens and saints named Catherine, particularly in medieval Europe.
Culturally, the name Katrine has resonated through literature and art, often symbolizing purity and strength. It has been used in various forms in different cultures, reflecting its adaptability and enduring appeal.
The diminutive form, Kate, has also been widely used, further extending the name's reach across different languages and cultures. The name's historical significance and associations with revered figures have contributed to its lasting presence in various societies.
Famous people named Katrine
In this section, you will find notable people named Katrine. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Katrine who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Katrine who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Katrine Moholt is a television presenter best known for her work on Norwegian television and hosting various entertainment shows.
Katrine van Dijk is a professional cyclist best known for competing in international cycling events and championships.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katrine was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Katrine has ranked as high as #4940 nationally, which occurred in 1981, and has been most popular in New York, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Katrine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Katrine 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 Katrine was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Katrine.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 5 | 5 |
| 2014 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 | 8 |
| 2007 | 6 | 6 |
| 2006 | 7 | 7 |
| 2005 | 7 | 7 |
| 2004 | 13 | 13 |
| 2003 | 10 | 10 |
| 2002 | 5 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 | 10 |
| 1999 | 14 | 14 |
| 1998 | 12 | 12 |
| 1997 | 11 | 11 |
| 1996 | 15 | 15 |
| 1995 | 11 | 11 |
| 1994 | 13 | 13 |
| 1993 | 16 | 16 |
| 1992 | 9 | 9 |
| 1991 | 16 | 16 |
| 1990 | 13 | 13 |
| 1989 | 19 | 19 |
| 1988 | 12 | 12 |
| 1987 | 13 | 13 |
| 1986 | 13 | 13 |
| 1985 | 19 | 19 |
| 1984 | 14 | 14 |
| 1983 | 14 | 14 |
| 1982 | 20 | 20 |
| 1981 | 27 | 27 |
| 1980 | 26 | 26 |
| 1979 | 19 | 19 |
| 1978 | 20 | 20 |
| 1977 | 14 | 14 |
| 1976 | 10 | 10 |
| 1975 | 12 | 12 |
| 1974 | 13 | 13 |
| 1973 | 17 | 17 |
| 1972 | 17 | 17 |
| 1971 | 26 | 26 |
| 1970 | 24 | 24 |
| 1969 | 13 | 13 |
| 1968 | 12 | 12 |
| 1967 | 14 | 14 |
| 1966 | 11 | 11 |
| 1965 | 15 | 15 |
| 1964 | 10 | 10 |
| 1963 | 17 | 17 |
| 1962 | 11 | 11 |
| 1961 | 7 | 7 |
| 1960 | 5 | 5 |
| 1959 | 8 | 8 |
| 1958 | 15 | 15 |
| 1957 | 12 | 12 |
| 1955 | 7 | 7 |
| 1954 | 8 | 8 |
| 1953 | 9 | 9 |
| 1951 | 8 | 8 |
| 1950 | 11 | 11 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1948 | 14 | 14 |
| 1947 | 8 | 8 |
| 1946 | 5 | 5 |
| 1943 | 9 | 9 |
| 1941 | 6 | 6 |
| 1939 | 5 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 | 6 |
| 1929 | 9 | 9 |
| 1926 | 5 | 5 |
| 1925 | 9 | 9 |
| 1920 | 11 | 11 |
| 1919 | 5 | 5 |
| 1918 | 7 | 7 |
| 1917 | 7 | 7 |
| 1915 | 11 | 11 |
Top States for Katrine (1971)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |