Kathryn
Meaning of Kathryn
Kathryn is a beautiful and classic name for a baby girl. It is pronounced as KATH-rin in both American English and British English. The name Kathryn is derived from the Greek name Katherine, which means "pure." It is also closely related to the name Catherine. Over the years, Kathryn has maintained its popularity, consistently ranking in the top 1000 names for newborn girls in the United States of America. In recent years, it has been ranked around 500-700, showing that it remains a beloved choice among parents. With its timeless charm and elegant sound, Kathryn is a wonderful choice for any little girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as KATH-rin (/kæθˈrɪn/)
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Notable People Named Kathryn
| Kathryn Dwyer Sullivan is a renowned American geologist, oceanographer, and former NASA astronaut who participated in three Space Shuttle missions. |
| Kathryn Ann Bigelow is an influential American filmmaker, known for her multiple award-winning works and recognition by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. |
| Kathryn Bernardo - Kathryn Chandria Manuel Bernardo is a highly successful Filipino actress known for her roles in popular TV series and for her leading role in the remake of Mara Clara. |
| Kathryn Morrison, the first woman to be elected to serve in the Wisconsin Senate, was an American educator and Democratic Party politician born in Madison, Wisconsin. |
| Kathryn Williams is an accomplished English singer-songwriter with 14 studio albums and a Mercury Music Prize nomination to her name. |
| Kathryn Wasserman Davis was a multifaceted American investor, painter, philanthropist, and political activist known for her advocacy of women's rights, environmental engagement, and commitment to education. |
| Kathryn Love Newton is an American actress known for her roles in TV series such as Gary Unmarried, Big Little Lies, The Society, Supernatural, and Halt and Catch Fire. |
| Kathryn Kimball Mizelle is a prominent American lawyer and jurist, known for being appointed as a United States district judge at the age of 33, making her the youngest person chosen by President Donald Trump for a lifetime judicial appointment. |
| Kathryn Tucker Windham was a multi-talented American storyteller, author, photographer, folklorist, and journalist, born in Selma, Alabama, and raised in Thomasville. |
| Kathryn Ruemmler - Kathryn "Kathy" Ruemmler is a prominent attorney who served as White House Counsel to President Barack Obama and currently holds the position of Chief Legal Officer and General Counsel at Goldman Sachs. |
| Kathryn Harrison is a prolific American author known for her novels, memoirs, essays, and biographies, and is a regular reviewer for The New York Times Book Review. |
| Kathryn Zeiler - Kathryn M. Zeiler is the Nancy Barton Scholar and Professor of Law at Boston University School of Law, known for her work in health law, torts law, law and economics, medical malpractice, and disclosure law. |
| Kathryn C. Thornton - Kathryn Ryan Cordell Thornton is an accomplished American scientist, former NASA astronaut, and current professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering. |
| Kathryn Lasky is a prolific American children's writer known for her popular series such as Guardians of Ga'Hoole and The Royal Diaries, and has received prestigious awards for her literary contributions. |
| Kathryn S. McKinley is an influential American computer scientist known for her research in compilers, runtime systems, and computer architecture, as well as her efforts to promote diversity in computing. |
