Katrina
pure (Greek via Katherine)
Katrina is a english / other girl name in the Philippines. In the civil registry as of May 2021 it is number 351, with 23,226 records. It has 3 syllables.
Origin and meaning
pure (Greek via Katherine)
Katrina entered Philippine naming practices predominantly through American English influence in the 20th century. While Catherine/Catalina had older Spanish-colonial roots, the spelling Katrina gained distinct popularity as a modern, standalone feminine name in the Philippines.
Katrina is a variant of Katherine/Catherine, rooted in the Greek name Aikaterine, traditionally associated with the Greek word 'katharos' meaning pure. It spread through various European languages (such as German, Russian, and Gaelic) into English.
Name character
In the Philippines
Commonly shortened to Kat, Kath, or Tina. Frequently used as a standalone single first name or paired in compound names such as Katrina Marie or Mary Katrina.
Related forms
- Catalina Spanish
- Catherine English
- Yekaterina Russian
- Katharina German
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Katrina with common surname pairs
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How do I use Katrina with two Filipino surnames?
Katrina is the given name. The full name is Katrina + mother's maiden surname + father's surname. Score a pair from a combination page or the homepage search.
Is Katrina a common girl name in the Philippines?
In the civil registry as of May 2021, Katrina is number 351, with 23,226 records. That is not the 2024 birth list, and it does not say the name is a better choice. How it sounds with both family surnames is a separate score.