Yekaterina
Greek · Girl · 5 syllables
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About the name Yekaterina
Yekaterina is the Russian form of Catherine, derived from the Greek name Aikaterina (Αἰκατερίνα), which comes from the Greek word "katharos" meaning "pure." The name is predominantly used in Russian Orthodox Christianity and Eastern European cultures, with notable historical bearers including Saint Catherine of Alexandria and numerous Russian imperial family members such as Catherine the Great.
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Etymology
Yekaterina is the Russian form of Catherine, derived from the Greek name Aikaterina (Αἰκατερίνα), which comes from the Greek word "katharos" meaning "pure." The name is predominantly used in Russian Orthodox Christianity and Eastern European cultures, with notable historical bearers including Saint Catherine of Alexandria and numerous Russian imperial family members such as Catherine the Great.
Yekaterina currently ranks #15,238 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2005.
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