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Kathryn

Kathryn (name) means a female given name, a variant spelling of Catherine. Example: “Kathryn Bigelow became the first woman to win the Best Director Oscar.”

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A female given name, a variant spelling of Catherine.

"Kathryn Bigelow became the first woman to win the Best Director Oscar."

How to Use Kathryn

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA common spelling variant of Catherine.

Common mistake

Note the "y" in the first syllable — Kathryn rather than Katheryn or Katherine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Kathryn” mean?

The word “Kathryn” means a female given name, a variant spelling of Catherine. In plain terms, a common spelling variant of Catherine.

How do you use “Kathryn” in a sentence?

Here is “Kathryn” used in a sentence: “Kathryn Bigelow became the first woman to win the Best Director Oscar.”

What part of speech is “Kathryn”?

“Kathryn” is a name.

Is “Kathryn” a common word?

“Kathryn” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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