Kathrine vs Syra

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Syra

Girl #5,806 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"sun, throne (Persian/Cyrus root)"

Origin: Persian

Cultural Roots

Persian Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,806
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Sy, Rara

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Kathrine Rank #5,911
Syra Rank #5,806

Syra is more popular, ranked #5806 vs #5911 for Kathrine.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathrine ___

  • Kathrine Anne
  • Kathrine Grace
  • Kathrine Rose
  • Kathrine Elizabeth
  • Kathrine Louise
  • Kathrine Marie

Syra ___

  • Syra Rose
  • Syra Grace
  • Syra Jane
  • Syra Claire
  • Syra Lyn
  • Syra Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kathrine

Eleanor Margaret Charlotte William Henry

If you choose Syra

Lyra Mira Cleo Jasper Orion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathrine or Syra more popular?

Syra is more popular, ranked #5806 compared to Kathrine at #5911 in the United States.

What do Kathrine and Syra mean?

Kathrine means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Syra means "sun, throne (Persian/Cyrus root)" (Persian origin).

Are Kathrine and Syra boy or girl names?

Kathrine is primarily a girl name. Syra is primarily a girl name.

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