Girl Name · Greek Origin
Catherine
Last reviewed: June 2026
Catherine — a girl name from the Greek tradition — is a widely-loved, instantly-recognizable pick. Its meaning, "Pure", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Cathrine is on your shortlist, Catherine belongs in the same conversation.
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Frequently asked about Catherine
What does the name Catherine mean?
Catherine means "Pure" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Catherine?
Catherine originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Catherine?
Catherine has 9 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Catherine a boy's or girl's name?
Catherine is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Catherine in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Catherine sits in the Top 100 tier — a widely-loved, instantly-recognizable pick.
What names are similar to Catherine?
Names that share Catherine's sound and style include Cathrine, Catarino, Caterina, Catheryn, Cathryn.