A feminine given name of Greek origin, popular in Christian cultures. Associated with several saints and historical figures.
From Greek 'Aikaterine', possibly derived from 'katharos' meaning pure, or from 'Hekate', the Greek goddess. The name spread through Christianity via Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Catherine and all its variants (Katherine, Kathryn, Kate) may derive from the Greek goddess Hecate, making this Christian name secretly connected to ancient pagan magic and crossroads. The name has produced more spelling variations than almost any other name in English.
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