Katrien
Katrien is a girls' name of Dutch origin meaning “pure.” The Dutch form of Catherine, Katrien has a clean, crisp sound characteristic of Low Countries naming.
how do you pronounce Katrien?
kah-TREEN
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what does Katrien mean?
The name Katrien means “pure.” It comes from the Dutch language tradition.
The Dutch form of Catherine, Katrien has a clean, crisp sound characteristic of Low Countries naming. Saint Catherine was widely venerated in the medieval Netherlands. The name feels both traditional and fresh, avoiding the over-familiarity of its English equivalent.
who are famous people named Katrien?
- Katrien de Graef (Flemish TV presenter)
- Katrien Vermeire (Belgian businesswoman)
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 · Curated by HushName editorial
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