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Katharine

Gender: F Popularity: this week. Origin of Katharine: Spelling variation of Katherine, Greek Meaning of Katharine: "pure"
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This is the spelling that old-time film star Katharine Hepburn used, and it's still favored by fans wanting to reference her classic strength and beauty. But in general, it's losing ground to Katherine and even Ms. Hepburn's own favorite short form, Kate.

Famous People Named Katharine

Katharine Hepburn - American actress
Katharine Graham - owner of The Washington Post
Katharine McPhee - American Idol finalist and actress
Katharine Isabelle - Actress

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