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Katherina

Girl name

Katherina has been given to 1,683 babies in the U.S. since 1889. It peaked in 1991. In 2025, about 1 in 80,363 girls was named Katherina.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

1,683

Peak year

1991 (46 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1889

10-year trend

0%

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Katherina — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Katherina.

FAQ

How popular is the name Katherina?

Katherina has been given to 1,683 babies in the U.S. since 1889. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Katherina peak?

Katherina peaked in 1991, when 46 babies were given the name.

Is Katherina a girl or boy name?

Katherina is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Katherina are girls).

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