Kathryn
Kathryn is the traditional English spelling variation of Catherine, derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, meaning 'pure.' This elegant spelling gained prominence in the English-speaking world and carries a timeless, sophisticated quality.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 373. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,339
- 2012: 1,230
- 2013: 1,184
- 2014: 1,118
- 2015: 1,021
- 2016: 839
- 2017: 748
- 2018: 699
- 2019: 651
- 2020: 574
- 2021: 510
- 2022: 452
- 2023: 432
- 2024: 393
- 2025: 381
- 2026 (projected): 373
Good to Know
- •This spelling emphasizes the 'Kath' pronunciation clearly
- •Multiple spelling variations exist, so be prepared to spell it out
- •Offers many nickname options for different life stages
- •Professional-sounding name that ages well from childhood to adulthood
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Kathryn Grayson
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Statistics
455,423
Total births since 1880
1952
Peak year
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