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Katniss

KAT-niss

Popularity

#11593

falling

Letters

7

Syllables

2

Origin

English

Total Births

201

Peak Year

#38 in 2014

First Recorded

2012

Style

Modern & Trendy, Nature-Inspired

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A name created by Suzanne Collins for the main character in 'The Hunger Games'. It is believed to have been inspired by a plant name.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Katniss Everdeen

    Fictional character, heroine of 'The Hunger Games'.

Nicknames

Personality Traits

BraveResilientDeterminedIndependent

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