Katherine
8 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Katherine, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A popular spelling variant of the female given name Catherine.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Katherine” mean?
The word “Katherine” means a popular spelling variant of the female given name Catherine. In plain terms, a common spelling of Catherine, and also the name of an Australian town and river.
How do you pronounce “Katherine”?
“Katherine” is pronounced KATH-rihn (/ˈkæθ(ə)ɹɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Katherine” in a sentence?
Here is “Katherine” used in a sentence: “Her passport says Katherine, though friends have always called her Kat.”
What part of speech is “Katherine”?
“Katherine” is a name.
Is “Katherine” a common word?
“Katherine” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Katherine” have?
“Katherine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a popular spelling variant of the female given name Catherine.
What is the difference between Katherine and Catherine?
Katherine is a popular spelling variant of the female given name Catherine, so the two names are pronounced the same and share the same origin. The choice between them usually comes down to family tradition or personal preference rather than any difference in meaning.
Is Katherine a nickname or a full given name?
Katherine is a full given name in its own right, not a nickname. It is, however, the source of many shorter nicknames used informally.
Where is Katherine, Australia?
Katherine is a town in the Northern Territory of Australia. It takes its name from the nearby Katherine River.