Katharina
Meaning of Katharina
Katharina is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It has its origins in Germany and is pronounced as kah-tah-REE-nah (/ka.ta.ʁiː.na/). The name has various variations, including Catherine and Katarina.
Katharina has been consistently popular over the years in the United States, with a ranking that has remained relatively stable. In recent years, it has been given to around 20 newborns annually, placing it within the top 6000 names.
The name Katharina carries with it a sense of elegance and sophistication. It is associated with strong and independent women throughout history, such as Catherine the Great of Russia and Catherine de' Medici, Queen consort of France. With its rich history and beautiful sound, Katharina is a wonderful choice for parents looking for a classic yet distinctive name for their baby girl.
Pronunciation
German
- Pronunced as kah-tah-REE-nah (/ka.ta.ʁiː.na/)
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Notable People Named Katharina
| Katharina Mückstein is an accomplished Austrian film director, screenwriter, and producer known for her award-winning documentaries and feature films. |
| Katharina von Bora, also known as Katharina Luther or "die Lutherin," was the influential wife of Martin Luther and a key figure in the Protestant Reformation, setting a precedent for Protestant family life and clerical marriage. |
| Katharina Fritsch is a German sculptor based in Düsseldorf, Germany. |
| Katharina Grosse is a German visual artist known for her large-scale, site-related installations and immersive visual experiences using architecture, sculpture, and painting. |
| Katharina Sieverding is a renowned German photographer famous for her self-portraiture, and she currently resides in Berlin and Düsseldorf while holding the title of professor emeritus at the University of the Arts, Berlin. |
| Katharina Wagner is a prominent German opera stage director and the director of the Bayreuth Festival, with a notable lineage in the world of music and opera. |
| Katharina Nuttall is a multi-talented artist, film composer, and music producer born in Drammen, Norway, and currently residing in Stockholm, Sweden. |
| Katharina Lodders is a German-American planetary scientist and cosmochemist known for her research on the chemical composition of solar and stellar environments. |
| Katharina Lehner is a German mixed martial artist who has competed in Bellator MMA and Invicta FC, notably fighting for the Invicta Bantamweight title. |
| Katharina Schüttler is a German actress known for her roles in The Promise and Generation War. |
| Katharina Mazepa is an Austrian model. |
| Katharina Grießemer is a former German footballer known for her career as a defender in the Frauen-Bundesliga and her representation of the Germany U17 and U19 national teams. |
| Katharina Marie Schubert is a German actress known for her work in film and television. |
| Katharina Liebherr is a Swiss businesswoman and the minority owner of Southampton. |
| Katharina Ramsauer is an Austrian freestyle skier who competed in the 2022 Winter Olympics. |
