Kathrin

Kathrin is a German form of Katherine, ultimately derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, whose precise root remains uncertain; proposed etymologies include a connection to the Greek word katharos, meaning pure. The name gained widespread use across Europe largely through the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a legendary early Christian martyr. Katrin, Katrine, and Kathryn are among the many related variants found across different languages and spelling traditions.