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How to pronounce Catherine (KATH-rin)

Catherine

KATH-rin

KATHrin

Typically female; rare male usage. The middle 'e' is usually silent in Australian speech.

Notes

Typically female; rare male usage. The middle 'e' is usually silent in Australian speech.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Greek
Meaning
pure

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Cath
  • Cathy
  • Kate
Why we shorten names like this →

Notable people

  • Catherine Zeta-Jones (Welsh actress)
  • Catherine the Great (Empress of Russia)
  • Catherine, Princess of Wales

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