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Catharine

Pronunciation: [ k-ATHR-ihn ]

Girl Name #24,360 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Catharine is a girl name, recorded for 7 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced k-ATHR-ihn.

Parents who love the name Catharine often also consider Carrie, Catherine, Caroline .

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#24,360
Total SSA Count
7

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Cat Cay Catie Cathie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Catharine

Is Catharine a boy or girl name?
Catharine is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Catharine?
Catharine is pronounced k-ATHR-ihn.
How popular is the name Catharine?
Catharine is currently ranked #24360 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Catharine?
Common nicknames for Catharine include Cat, Cay, Catie, and Cathie.
Is Catharine a common or rare name?
Catharine is an uncommon name, ranked #24360 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Catharine

Catharine is a girl name .

Catharine is currently ranked #24,360 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Catharine include Cat, Cay, Catie, and Cathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Catharine include Catherine . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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