Katheryn

Katheryn is an English spelling variant of Katherine, ultimately derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, whose root meaning remains debated but is most commonly associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning pure. The name was widely popularized in medieval Europe through the cult of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a revered early Christian martyr. Katheryn was used notably during the Tudor period in England, borne by Katheryn Howard, the fifth wife of King Henry VIII. Related forms include Catherine, Kathryn, Katharine, and Katerina.