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.
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how do you pronounce Katrien?
kah-TREEN
where does the name Katrien come from?
Katrien is a Dutch form of the name Catherine.
Saint Catherine was widely venerated in the medieval Netherlands. The name feels both traditional and fresh, avoiding the over-familiarity of its English equivalent.
what are the nicknames and variants of Katrien?
Nicknames
Variants around the world
who are famous people named Katrien?
- Katrien Vermeire (Belgian businesswoman)
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what names go well with Katrien?
Sibling names that share Katrien's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Katrien
What does the name Katrien mean?
Katrien means “pure”.
What is the origin of the name Katrien?
Katrien comes from the Dutch naming tradition. Related forms include Katrijn and Catharina.
How popular is the name Katrien?
Katrien has not ranked in the US top 1,000 in recent years, which makes it an uncommon choice.
Is Katrien a boy or girl name?
Katrien is primarily a girls' name.
How do you pronounce Katrien?
Katrien is pronounced kah-TREEN, with 2 syllables.
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