Indian name meaning
Catherine
♀ GirlCa·the·ri·ne · 4 syllables
Pure
- Origin
- Greek
- Most used by
- Christian families
- Commonly used in
- Christian families across India
- Also spelled
- Katherine
Based on how often the name appears in Indian public population records. Newer, trend-driven names can rank low here even when they’re popular for today’s newborns.
Grounded, disciplined and dependable — turns steady effort into solid results.
The letters of Catherine add up to 31, which reduces to 4.
About the name Catherine
Catherine is a girl's name of Greek origin, most commonly given in Christian families and popular in Christian families across India. It carries the meaning “Pure.”
In the Chaldean numerology system widely used in India, the name Catherine has the name number 4, “The Builder.” It is also spelled Katherine.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Catherine mean?
Catherine means “Pure.” It is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Is Catherine a boy or a girl name?
Catherine is traditionally used as a girl's name in India.
What is the origin and religion of the name Catherine?
Catherine is of Greek origin and is most commonly used in Christian families in India.
What is the numerology number of the name Catherine?
In the Chaldean system, Catherine has the name number 4, “The Builder.”
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