Katen
KAY-ten
Katen is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A short form of Katherine, meaning 'pure' in Greek.”, and peaked in popularity in 2005.
What Katen Means
“A short form of Katherine, meaning 'pure' in Greek.”
The Story of Katen
This name, first appearing in the early 2000s, offers a clean, direct connection to an ancient meaning.
Katen is a concise, modern short form of Katherine, deriving from the Greek name Aikaterine. Its simplicity belies a long linguistic heritage, tracing back to a meaning of 'pure'.
You envision your daughter as a beacon of honesty, someone whose strong moral compass guides her actions. This name suits a child with an independent spirit, a loyal heart, and an unwavering sense of integrity.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#13 in 2005
Total Births
48
First Recorded
2002
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