Katessa
kuh-TES-uh
Katessa is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A creative variation of the name Katherine, meaning 'pure'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1983.
What Katessa Means
“A creative variation of the name Katherine, meaning 'pure'.”
The Story of Katessa
This name arrived in the 1970s, offering a touch of grace and a subtle nod to classic purity.
Katessa is a creative variation of Katherine, with its origins in Greek through Katherine's root word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This English coinage first appeared in the mid-20th century.
You envision your daughter, Katessa, as an intelligent and elegant soul. This name speaks to a graceful presence and a refined spirit, bringing a sense of charm to every room she enters.
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#11 in 1983
Total Births
64
First Recorded
1973
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