Katja
/KAHTYUH/ Slavic Female
Meaning & Origin
Katja is a Slavic name meaning "[Pure]". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Albania, Argentina, Austria, BE. Katja is primarily a diminutive of Katherine, which originates from the Greek name Aikaterine. The etymology of Aikaterine is debated, with potential roots in Greek words such as 'katharos' (pure).
Quick Facts
Language Slavic
Gender Female
Phonetic KAHTYUH
IPA ˈkɑtjə
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as KAHTYUH. Keep the original Slavic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Katja
- · Katja Riemann - German Actress
- · Katja Kipping - German Politician
- · Katja Ebstein - German Singer
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