Ann-Katrin

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Name
Ann-Katrin
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
3

The name Ann-Katrin is a double name consisting of the components Ann and Katrin. In summary, it means "the Graced and Pure," "the graceful Pure," or "the lovely Pure."

What does the name Ann-Katrin mean?

Ann-Katrin is a double name made up of Ann and Katrin. The meanings include "the Graced and Pure," "the graceful Pure," and "the lovely Pure." The name Ann is a variant of Anne and Anna, both of which are short forms of the Hebrew name Hannah. Hannah means "the Graced," "the Gracious," "the Charming," and "the Protected by God." Katrin is considered a short form of the ancient Greek name Katharina, which means "the Pure." This first name was particularly popular in German-speaking areas during the 1990s. Other variants include Ann-Kathrin, Anne-Kathrin, Anne-Kathrine, Anne-Katrin, and Anna-Karina.

Where does the name Ann-Katrin come from?

The origin of the name Ann-Katrin lies in both ancient Greek and ancient Hebrew, meaning "the Graced and Pure." The ancient Greek part is derived from "katharós" (καθαρός), which means "pure" or "unstained." The Hebrew element comes from "channâh," meaning "grace" or "favor," as well as from "ḥanán," which means "to be gracious" or "to have mercy."

How do you pronounce Ann-Katrin?

The pronunciation of Ann-Katrin is three syllables and rhythmically balanced. In the German language, the name is usually pronounced as "Ann Ka-trin" [an kaˈtʁɪn], with the emphasis on the second half of the name. The short 'i' in the final syllable gives the name a compact sound. The clear consonant structure provides stability, making Ann-Katrin appear down-to-earth and straightforward - distinct and present, without tonal embellishments.

When is the name day of Ann-Katrin?

The name days for Ann-Katrin are February 9, July 26, October 5, November 25, and November 26.

Popularity

In Germany, Ann-Katrin is a rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,633rd in the list of the most common female baby names, with its best placement in 2007 at 732nd. In the last ten years, the name has been given less than 10 times, placing it at 8,964th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 5,303rd.

Nicknames & pet names

AK / Akay / An-K / Anka / Anke / Anki / Ann / Ann-Ka / Anna / Anne / Anni / Annka / Annkathete / Annki / Kathy / Kati

Similar first names

Ann-Cathrin

Famous people

  • Ann-Katrin Berger (soccer player)
  • Ann-Katrin Naidu (opera singer)
  • Ann-Katrin Schröder (presenter and journalist)

Frequently asked questions about the name Ann-Katrin

What is the meaning of the name Ann-Katrin?

Ann-Katrin is a double name that combines the meanings 'the Graced and Pure,' 'the graceful Pure,' and 'the lovely Pure.' The name consists of Ann, a variant of Anne and Anna, and Katrin, a short form of Katharina.

Where does the name Ann-Katrin come from?

The origin of the name Ann-Katrin lies in ancient Greek and ancient Hebrew. 'Katrin' is derived from the Greek word 'katharós,' meaning 'pure,' while 'Ann' comes from the Hebrew 'channâh,' meaning 'grace' or 'favor.'

How popular is the name Ann-Katrin?

Particularly in the 1990s, the name Ann-Katrin enjoyed great popularity in German-speaking regions, where it was frequently given.

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