Kathry vs Raenelle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathry

Girl #36,255 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure"

Origin: Greek (katharos)

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36,255
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kath, Kat

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Raenelle

Girl #36,449 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wise counsel, gentle (ewe)"

Origin: Hebrew/Germanic blend

Cultural Roots

American French-American African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36,449
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rae, Nell, Nellie

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kathry Rank #36,255
Raenelle Rank #36,449

Kathry is more popular, ranked #36255 vs #36449 for Raenelle.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathry ___

  • Kathry Rose
  • Kathry Ann
  • Kathry Grace
  • Kathry Jean
  • Kathry Mae

Raenelle ___

  • Raenelle Marie
  • Raenelle Nicole
  • Raenelle Louise
  • Raenelle Elise
  • Raenelle Renee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kathry

William Margaret Eleanor Thomas

If you choose Raenelle

Janelle Danielle Chanel Gaelle

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathry or Raenelle more popular?

Kathry is more popular, ranked #36255 compared to Raenelle at #36449 in the United States.

What do Kathry and Raenelle mean?

Kathry means "pure" (Greek (katharos) origin). Raenelle means "wise counsel, gentle (ewe)" (Hebrew/Germanic blend origin).

Are Kathry and Raenelle boy or girl names?

Kathry is primarily a girl name. Raenelle is primarily a girl name.

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