| Meaning | pure |
| Origin | Greek, Italian |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Ca-te-ri-na |
About Caterina
Caterina embodies European sophistication with its full, romantic sound and classical roots. This name choice indicates parents who appreciate traditional elegance and aren't swayed by fleeting trends. The Italian spelling variation adds distinctive character while maintaining the name's timeless appeal and rich historical associations.
Caterina offers wonderful versatility through its numerous nickname possibilities, from Cat and Cate to Rina or Trina, allowing your daughter to choose how she presents herself in different contexts. The name's length and structure give it presence and substance, qualities that translate well into professional settings later in life.
The cultural richness associated with Caterina connects to centuries of art, literature, and influential historical figures.
For parents seeking a name with gravitas, heritage, and undeniable beauty, Caterina delivers on all fronts while remaining accessible and pronounceable in English-speaking contexts.
Nicknames for Caterina
| Cat |
| Rina |
| Catie |
| Ria |
| Trina |
Famous People Named Caterina
| Caterina Sforza | Italian noblewoman and warrior |
| Caterina Scorsone | Canadian actress known for "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Caterina Murino | Italian actress and model |
| Caterina Balivo | Italian television presenter |
| Caterina Valente | Italian singer and actress |
| Caterina Dominici | Italian alpine skier and Olympic medalist |
| Caterina Caselli | Italian record producer and music executive |
| Caterina Hinnemann | German Olympic equestrian |
| Caterina Froio | Italian political scientist |
| Caterina Lobenstein | German speed skater |
| Caterina Fake | American entrepreneur and businesswoman |
| Caterina Cornaro | Queen of Cyprus in the late 15th century |
| Caterina de' Medici | Queen consort of France |
| Caterina Lichtenberg | German mandolinist |
| Caterina Davinio | Italian poet and digital artist |
| Caterina Bueno | Brazilian samba singer |
| Caterina Percoto | Italian writer and journalist |
| Caterina van Hemessen | Flemish Renaissance painter |
Characters Named Caterina
| Caterina "Cat" Valentine | Character from the TV show "Victorious" |
| Caterina Sforza | Character in the video game "Assassin's Creed II" |
| Caterina "Cathy" Heathcliff | Character in Emily Bronte's novel "Wuthering Heights" |
| Caterina Borg | Character in the TV series "Star Trek - The Next Generation" |
| Caterina "Rina" Fortunato | Character in the anime "Fruits Basket" |
| Caterina "Cat" Conti | Character in the TV series "Murdoch Mysteries" |
| Caterina "Cat" Brimstone | Character in the video game "The Witcher 3 - Wild Hunt" |
| Caterina "Cate" Archer | Protagonist of the video game "No One Lives Forever" |
| Caterina "Cate" Walford | Character in the TV series "The Letdown" |
| Caterina "Cathy" Earnshaw | Character in Emily Bronte's novel "Wuthering Heights" |
| Caterina "Cat" Rierdon | Character in the TV series "Blood Ties" |
| Caterina "Cate" Hennessy | Character in the TV series "8 Simple Rules" |
| Caterina "Cate" Medici | Character in the web series "Carmilla" |
| Caterina "Cat" Black | Character in the TV series "Lost Girl" |
| Caterina "Cat" Stark | Character in the TV series "Vikings" |
| Caterina "Cat" Truman | Character in the TV series "Black Books" |
| Caterina "Cate" McCall | Protagonist of the film "The Trials of Cate McCall" |
| Caterina "Cathy" Dollanganger | Protagonist of the novel "Flowers in the Attic" |
| Caterina "Cat" Hamilton | Character in the TV series "Reign" |
| Caterina "Cat" Moreno | Character in the TV series "Second Chance" |