Katharine
/KATHRIHN/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Katharine is a English name meaning "Pure". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Austria, BE, Bahrain, BO. The name Katharine is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine (Αικατερίνη). The etymology of Aikaterine is debated, but it is often linked to the Greek word 'katharos' (καθαρός) meaning 'pure'.
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic KATHRIHN
IPA ˈkæθɹɪn
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as KATHRIHN. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Katharine
- · Katharine Hepburn - Actress
- · Katharine Graham - Publisher
- · Katharine Isabelle - Actress
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