Find out how popular the first name Kateryna has been for the last 43 years (from 1982 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kateryna by gender

Based on the last 43 years of data, Kateryna is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 14 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kateryna.

The history of the first name Kateryna

Kateryna is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the ancient Greek name Aikaterine. It is a variant spelling of the more widely known name Katherine, which has roots in the Greek word "katharos," meaning "pure" or "clear."

The name Kateryna can be traced back to the late antiquity period in the Eastern Roman Empire, where it was popularized among Christian communities. It has been speculated that the name may have been influenced by the ancient Greek goddess Hecate, who was associated with the moon and magic.

In the 4th century, the name gained prominence with the veneration of St. Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr who is said to have been a scholar and philosopher. Her legend and cult following helped spread the name across Europe and the Mediterranean region.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kateryna can be found in the Old Church Slavonic language, where it was rendered as Ekaterina. This form of the name was widely adopted in Eastern Slavic cultures, particularly in Russia and Ukraine.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Kateryna, including:

1. Kateryna Yanuschkiv (c. 1550-1622), a Ukrainian noblewoman and philanthropist who founded several churches and monasteries in Kyiv.
2. Kateryna Ivanivna Rozumovska (1783-1849), a Ukrainian noble and the morganatic wife of Tsar Alexander I of Russia.
3. Kateryna Bilokur (1900-1961), a Ukrainian folk artist known for her vibrant and intricate paintings of flowers and natural scenes.
4. Kateryna Kostenko (c. 1805-1857), a Ukrainian poet and translator who played a significant role in the development of modern Ukrainian literature.
5. Kateryna Yushchenko (born 1961), a former First Lady of Ukraine and the wife of former President Viktor Yushchenko.

These examples showcase the enduring popularity and significance of the name Kateryna across different eras and cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Slavic communities.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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