Germanic/Nordic · Girl name
Katrin
“pure”
About the name Katrin
Katrin is a German and Scandinavian form of Katherine, ultimately derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is associated with the meaning ‘pure’ from the Greek word ‘katharos’. The name has been adapted in various European languages, with Katrin being especially common in Germany and Scandinavia. Katrin Göring-Eckardt is a notable German politician of the Green party who has served as a vice-president of the Bundestag. Related forms include Katharina, Katrine, and Kathrin. The name is linked to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, an early Christian martyr.
- Meaning
- pure
- Origin
- Germanic/Nordic
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- KAH-trin(2 syl.)
Middle names for Katrin
- Katrin Marie
- Katrin Elisabeth
- Katrin Anne
- Katrin Sophia
- Katrin Lynn
Questions about Katrin
- What does Katrin mean?
- Katrin is a Germanic name meaning "pure".
- How do you pronounce Katrin?
- Katrin is pronounced KAH-trin, with emphasis on the first syllable.
- What are variants of Katrin?
- Variants of Katrin include Kathrin, Katrine, Katharina.
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