Origin and Meaning of Kathyy

Derived from the name Katherine, meaning 'pure'.

Origin: Greek - The name Kathyy is a variation of Katherine, which comes from the Greek name 'Aikaterine' possibly derived from the word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'.

• Kathyy is an uncommon spelling variation of the more traditional Katherine, which has been widely used across various cultures.
• Variations of the name Katherine can be found in several languages, such as Caitlin in Irish, Katja in Russian, and Ekaterina in Russian and Bulgarian.
• Notable bearers of the name Katherine include Catherine the Great, ruler of Russia, and Katherine Hepburn, an iconic American actress.
• The name Katherine has experienced various popularity trends, often fluctuating in ranking, but consistently remaining a classic choice.
• Similar names include Katharine, Kathy, Kate, and Katerina, all reflecting the popularity of the root name Katherine.