International Baby Names
Unique International Variations of Katherine
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Kati
Kati is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive form of Katherine or Katalin, particularly in Hungarian, Finnish, and Estonian cultures. Katherine ultimately derives from the Greek name…
Kathrin
Greek
"pure"
Variation of Katherine.
Katriina
Katriina is a feminine name of Finnish origin, representing a cultural variation of Katherine or Katerina. Derived ultimately from the Greek name Aikaterinē, its meaning is often associated with…
Katerinka
Katerinka is a feminine name that serves as an affectionate diminutive form of Katerina or Ekaterina, the Slavic versions of Katherine. With Greek origins meaning 'pure,' this elaborated diminutive…
Katarina
Slovak; Swedish; Serbian; Croatian; Slovenian, variation of Katherine
"pure"
The Russian version of Katherine is usually Ekaterina, but this form is used throughout Eastern Europe and may be more friendly to the American ear.
Katinka
Hungarian, Russian, and Dutch diminutive of Katherine or Katarina, Greek
"pure"
With its distinctive '-inka' suffix, common in Slavic and Eastern European diminutives, Katinka carries a playful yet sophisticated quality. The name enjoyed some popularity in the Netherlands and…
Kajsa
Swedish diminutive of Katarina or Katharina
"pure"
A bright and spiky diminutive of Katarina, this short form was in the Swedish Top 100 during the 2000s.
Carine
Carine is a feminine name with French origins, functioning as a variation of Karina or as a feminine form of Carus, a Latin name meaning "dear" or "beloved." In French-speaking regions, particularly…
Katell
Breton variation of Katherine
"pure"
Original twist on this classic.
Katarzyna
Polish variation of Catherine
"pure"
Countless notable figures from Polish history, and one America's Next Top Model contestant, have used this version of Catherine, made extra spicy by that "zy." Those interested in honoring a relative…
Katica
Katica is a feminine Hungarian name that serves as a diminutive form of Katalin (the Hungarian equivalent of Katherine). The name carries a delicate, melodic quality with its distinctive Eastern…
Ecaterina
Ecaterina is the Romanian form of Katherine or Catherine, a name with ancient Greek origins meaning 'pure.' This elegant variation maintains the name's dignified history while offering a distinctive…
Katia
Russian diminutive of Ekaterina
"pure"
One of the warm and earthy Russian nickname names now coming into style. Denzel Washington is the father of a Katia.
Kaisa
Kaisa is a feminine name with Finnish and Estonian origins, functioning as a variant of Katherine or Kaarina. Simple yet distinctive, this name carries a fresh, modern sound while maintaining…
Katalin
Hungarian variation of Katherine, English from Greek
"pure"
Hungarian form of Katherine.
Katenka
Katenka is a feminine name of Russian origin, functioning as an affectionate diminutive form of Ekaterina (Catherine). This endearing variant adds warmth and intimacy to the formal name through the…
Katalin
Hungarian variation of Katherine, English from Greek
"pure"
Hungarian form of Katherine.
Katya
Russian, diminutive of Ekatarina, Russian variation of Katherine
"pure"
One of the warm and earthy Russian nickname names now coming into style. Denzel Washington gave his daughter the Katia spelling.
Katka
Katka is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive or nickname form of Katerina (Katherine) in Czech, Slovak, and other Slavic languages. This affectionate shortened version conveys warmth and…
Caitlín
Irish
"pure"
The original Irish spelling of Caitlin, the name that launched a thousand spelling variations.