Kathryn is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning “Pure; variant of Katherine from Greek "katharos" meaning "pure".” With 2 syllables, it is short and easy to say. Common nicknames include Kate, Kathy. As of 2023, Kathryn ranks #681 among girls' names in the United States and has been gradually declining. Its highest US ranking was #484 in 2019.
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KATH-rin
Phonetic spelling
Currently #681 among US baby names.
* Based on US Social Security Administration birth-registration data
Kathryn means “Pure; variant of Katherine from Greek "katharos" meaning "pure".” It is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Kathryn is pronounced KATH-rin.
Kathryn is most commonly used as a girl's name.
Kathryn currently ranks #681 among girls' names in the United States.
Popular nicknames for Kathryn include Kate, Kathy.
Middle names that pair well with Kathryn include Kathryn Rose, Kathryn Grace, Kathryn Marie, Kathryn Jane.
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