What is the origin of the name Katrin?

Katrin is a name of Greek origin.

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Katrin

KAT-rin

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

1,091

Peak Year

#37 in 1977

First Recorded

1951

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A variant of 'Catherine', meaning 'pure' or 'clear' in Greek.

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Kat Katy Trina

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Kat Katy Trina

Spelling Variations

Kathrin Kathryn Katrina

Similar Names

Katherine Katerina Caitlin Caroline

Personality Traits

IndependentKindStrong-willedIntelligent

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