BABY NAMES ยท GIRL
Catherine
Means โpureโ
Greek origin
Its exact origin is debated, but it was long linked with the Greek word katharos, meaning pure. Saint Catherine of Alexandria and Catherine the Great of Russia are famous bearers.
IN HEBREW
ืงืชืจืื
Hebrew number value: 760
NAME NUMBER
11
A name that carries inspiration and spiritual light.
SWEET NICKNAMES
Cathy ยท Kate ยท Katie ยท Cat ยท Kitty
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Catherine means "pure". It is a girl's name of Greek origin.
How do you write Catherine in Hebrew?
Catherine is usually written ืงืชืจืื in Hebrew. Families sometimes spell it a little differently.
What are nicknames for Catherine?
Popular nicknames for Catherine are Cathy, Kate, Katie, Cat, Kitty.
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