Cathryn
Cathryn: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Cathryn
- A female given name from Ancient Greek, of rare usage, variant of Catherine.
How popular is Cathryn?
Since 1880, 16,332 girls in the U.S. have been named Cathryn. Its highest rank for girls was #451 in 1950. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Cathryn
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Cathryn
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Cathryn FAQ
What does the name Cathryn mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek, of rare usage, variant of Catherine.
What is the origin of the name Cathryn?
Cathryn is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Cathryn?
Since 1880, 16,332 girls in the U.S. have been named Cathryn. Its highest rank for girls was #451 in 1950. In 2025, 8 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Cathryn a boy or girl name?
Cathryn is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 16,332 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.