Girl name
Katarina name meaning
“pure, according to traditional interpretation”
Katarina is a feminine European form of Greek Aikaterinē, traditionally interpreted as pure. Its earliest origin is uncertain, but a later association with Greek katharos, meaning pure, explains this interpretation. Katharina is a spelling variant of the name and shares this traditional connection with the meaning pure.
What does Katarina mean?
Pure, according to traditional interpretation
In Indonesian: murni, suci menurut tafsir tradisional
The ending -na appears in names of varied origins, including Ratna, Agustina, and Diana. These final letters do not have one independent meaning that applies to every name. More girl names ending in -na →
Origin and cultural usage of Katarina
A European form of Greek Aikaterinē. Its earliest origin is uncertain, though it was later associated with katharos, meaning pure.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Katarina
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Katarina, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
- Yasinta: hyacinth flower
- Isabella: God is my oath
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Meaning of each word
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
- Valerie: strong and vigorous
- Ivana: God is gracious
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Katarina Nasya
Meaning of each word
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
- Nasya: resurrection
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Meaning of each word
- Tanya: of the family of Tatius
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
- Stefani: crown, wreath of honor
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Katarina Valentina
Meaning of each word
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
- Valentina: strong and healthy
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Meaning of each word
- Katarina: pure, according to traditional interpretation
- Sesilia: blind or unseeing
- Friska: ancient; venerable
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How to pronounce Katarina
| Syllables | 4 · 8 letters · 8-letter girl names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦏꦠꦫꦶꦤ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮊᮒᮛᮤᮔ |
Is Katarina a girl’s name?
Yes, Katarina is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male. See all girl names.
Katarina ranks #819 among girl names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Katarina
Names with related meanings
- Suci♀Pure, free from stain
- Fitriani♀Associated with innate nature and purity
- Murni♀Pure, unmixed
- Agnes♀Pure, chaste
- Fitriana♀Innate nature, original purity
- Karina♀Pure
- Afifah♀Chaste, preserving personal honor
- Ning♂♀Clear
- Fitriyani♀Associated with innate nature or purity
- Fitrah♂♀Innate disposition, original nature
- Nirmala♀Pure, clean and unblemished
- Isma♀Protection, safeguarding
Famous people named Katarina
- Katarina Stalin · b. 2009
- Katarina · b. 2000
- Katarina Angela Vanalia Pontoh · b. 1981
- Katarina Endang Sarwestri · b. 1969
- Katarina Ida Rokhayati · b. 1969
- Katarina Keiko Salim · b. 2012
- Katarina Nuri Hayati · b. 1967
- Katarina Putu Dian Rusmala · b. 1997
- Katarina Surahmi Pujiastuti
- Katarina Susan · b. 1978
- Katarina Wambon · b. 1994
FAQ about the name Katarina
What is the meaning of Katarina?
Katarina means pure, according to traditional interpretation. A European form of Greek Aikaterinē. Its earliest origin is uncertain, though it was later associated with katharos, meaning pure.
Is Katarina a girl’s name?
Yes, Katarina is used mostly as a girl’s name. In our data sample, 0% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Katarina?
Katarina is of Greek and European origin.
How many syllables does Katarina have?
Katarina has 4 syllables (Ka-ta-ri-na) and 8 letters.
How popular is the name Katarina?
Katarina ranks #819 among girl names in our data sample (12 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Katarina?
Other spellings: Katharina.
What full names go well with Katarina?
Some ideas: Katarina Yasinta Isabella; Katarina Valerie Ivana; Katarina Nasya.
Famous people named Katarina?
Notable people named Katarina include Katarina Stalin, Katarina, Katarina Angela Vanalia Pontoh.
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