Girl Name · Greek Origin
Cathryn
Cathryn — a girl name from the Greek tradition — is an uncommon, standout choice. Its meaning, "Pure", anchors the name in something deeper than sound alone. If Catheryn is on your shortlist, Cathryn belongs in the same conversation.
Cathryn meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Pure
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Cathryn to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Cathryn as C·A·T·H·R·Y·N, with 7 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Cathryn is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Cathryn variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Cathryna, Cathryne, Cathryny, Cathry.
- Nicknames: Cath and C.
- Middle names: Pair Cathryn with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Cathryn middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Catheryn, Cathrine, Caterina, Catherine, Catarino — full picks on the sibling names for Cathryn guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Cathryn? Browse our names like Cathryn guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Cathryn
What does the name Cathryn mean?
Cathryn means "Pure" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Cathryn?
Cathryn originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Cathryn?
Cathryn has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Cathryn a boy's or girl's name?
Cathryn is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Cathryn in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Cathryn sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Cathryn?
Names that share Cathryn's sound and style include Catheryn, Cathrine, Caterina, Catherine, Catarino.
What middle names pair well with Cathryn?
Good middle-name fits for Cathryn pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Cathryn is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Cathryn is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Cathryn?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Cathryn share its rhythm without rhyming — Catheryn, Cathrine, Caterina all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.