Katherina
girl name#5917 in 2025Katherina entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #1017 in 1892, ranks #5917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
#5917
rank today
#1017
peak (1892)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #1279 |
| 1890s | #1331 |
| 1900s | #1679 |
| 1910s | #3102 |
| 1920s | #4213 |
| 1930s | #4116 |
| 1940s | #4149 |
| 1950s | #3607 |
| 1960s | #2611 |
| 1970s | #3620 |
| 1980s | #4159 |
| 1990s | #3692 |
| 2000s | #7136 |
| 2010s | #8007 |
| 2020s | #6488 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Katherina has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Katherina are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Katherina alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Katherina in 2025?
- Katherina ranks #5917 among US girl names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Katherina most popular?
- Katherina peaked in 1892, reaching #1017 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Katherina with classmates?
- Katherina will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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