Katrin Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-trin / /ˈkætrɪn/German; Scandinavian
Meaning
Pure; clear
Historical & Cultural Background
Katrin is a diminutive form of the name Katherine, which has roots in Greek. The name has been popular in various European countries, particularly in Germany and Scandinavia. It has been used in literature and culture, often associated with purity and clarity.
Trend Summary
Katrin has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Catrin
- Katrina
International Variants
- Catriona (Scottish)
- Caterina (Italian)
- Ekaterina (Russian)
Famous people named Katrin
Katrin Göring-Eckardt is a German politician known for her work with the Green Party.
Katrin Zytomierska is a Swedish television presenter and entrepreneur.
Katrin Seddig is a German actress recognized for her roles in film and television.
Katrin Krabbe is a former German sprinter who won multiple medals in international competitions.
Fictional characters named Katrin
Katrin is a character in the novel 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' by Stieg Larsson.
Katrin is a supporting character in the animated series 'Mia and Me'.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katrin was first seen in the United States in 1951. Katrin has ranked as high as #1063 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Katrin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Katrin (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 9 |
| 1955 | 11 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1957 | 13 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 8 |
| 1961 | 19 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 13 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 19 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 19 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 21 |
| 1973 | 19 |
| 1974 | 16 |
| 1975 | 16 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 25 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 19 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 23 |
| 1986 | 16 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 22 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 21 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 16 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 21 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 5 |