| Meaning | pure |
| Origin | Greek, Slavic |
| Gender | Girl |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 8 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Syllabification | Ka-ta-ri-na |
About Katarina
Timeless elegance meets European sophistication in this classic choice that never goes out of style. The name carries centuries of history while feeling completely contemporary, offering the perfect balance between traditional and modern sensibilities. Its multiple syllables provide natural rhythm and musicality, while the various nickname options—Kate, Kat, Katia, Rina—offer flexibility as your daughter grows and develops her own identity.
The name suggests refinement and intelligence, qualities that transcend cultural boundaries and geographical locations. It's equally at home in boardrooms and creative studios, lending itself to any path your daughter might choose.
Parents selecting this name appreciate its versatility and the way it maintains dignity across all life stages, from adorable toddler to accomplished professional.
Nicknames for Katarina
| Kat |
| Katy |
| Trina |
| Rina |
| Tari |
Famous People Named Katarina
| Katarina Witt | German figure skater and Olympic champion |
| Katarina Johnson-Thompson | British heptathlete and world champion |
| Katarina Barley | German politician and Vice President of the European Parliament |
| Katarina Srebotnik | Slovenian tennis player and Grand Slam doubles champion |
| Katarina Grujić | Serbian pop singer |
| Katarina Radivojević | Serbian actress |
| Katarina Čas | Slovenian actress |
| Katarina Waters | English professional wrestler |
| Katarina Stiblova | Czech film director and screenwriter |
| Katarina Zutić | Bosnian-Herzegovinian film and theater actress |
Characters Named Katarina
| Katarina Alves | Character in the TV series "Blindspot" |
| Katarina Rostova | Character in the TV series "The Blacklist" |
| Katarina Claes | Protagonist of the light novel and anime "My Next Life as a Villainess - All Routes Lead to Doom!" |
| Katarina Du Couteau | Character in the video game "League of Legends" |
| Katarina Stratford | Character in the movie "10 Things I Hate About You" |
| Katarina Jones | Character in the TV series "12 Monkeys" |
| Katarina Bishop | Character in the "Gallagher Girls" book series by Ally Carter |
| Katarina "Kat" Hillard | Character in the TV series "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" |
| Katarina "Kathy" Orlova | Character in the TV series "The Americans" |