Kathryn

Meaning

Kathryn is a english name meaning “Pure”.

History

Kathryn is a variant of Katherine, which has roots in Greek and comes from the word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world since the Middle Ages. Notably, variations like 'Catherine' and 'Katherine' were used by many royal families. Famous individuals named Kathryn include actress Kathryn Hepburn and author Kathryn Stockett.

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