Kätha
Fact sheet
- Name
- Kätha
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 2
Kätha is an older and nowadays rather rare form of Käthe, which is considered a pet form of the girl's name Katharina. This name has its origin in the Ancient Greek word katharós, meaning 'pure, clean, unblemished', and can be interpreted as 'the Pure' or, in a broader sense, as 'the Innocent'.
What does the name Kätha mean?
Kätha is a less common variant of Käthe, which is derived from the girl's name Katharina. The latter has its roots in the Ancient Greek katharós, which means 'pure, clean, unblemished', thus referring to 'the Pure' or 'the Innocent'. The connection to this name has been established since the beginnings of Christianity, although its exact origin remains unclear. For more information about the name Katharina, the corresponding name page can be consulted. While Käthe is becoming more frequently used as a first name, Kätha continues to be rare. Other variants include Cäthe, Käte, Kathe, and Käthi. The English equivalent is Kate.
Where does the name Kätha come from?
The name Kätha originates from Ancient Greek and means 'the Pure' or 'the Innocent'. The etymology is based on the Ancient Greek katharós (καθαρός), which means pure, clean, or unblemished. There are also Ancient Greek terms such as hekáteros (ἑκάτερος), which means 'each of the two', hekás (ἑκάς), meaning 'far away', or aikía (αἰκία), which means 'torture'. The name also has roots in Old German and Bavarian.
How do you pronounce Kätha?
Kätha is pronounced as 'Kä-te-ha'.
When is the name day of Kätha?
The most important name day for Kätha is celebrated on November 25th in honor of Saint Catherine of Alexandria.
Popularity
In Germany, Kätha is considered a rare first name. In 2015, it ranked 4,092nd on the list of the most common female first names. In the last ten years, the name Kätha has been given less than 10 times, placing it 9,317th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 11,574th. The rankings in the first name charts of various countries are of interest for the global popularity and frequency of Kätha.
Frequently asked questions about the name Kätha
What does the name Kätha mean?
The name Kätha means 'the Pure' or 'the Innocent' and has its roots in the Ancient Greek word katharós, which means pure or unblemished.
Is Kätha a common name?
Kätha is a less common variant of Käthe and is used less frequently as a first name. While Käthe is becoming more common, Kätha remains relatively rare.
Are there suitable nicknames for Kätha?
No specific nicknames are known for Kätha, as the name itself is already quite short and concise.
How is Kätha pronounced?
The name Kätha is generally pronounced as 'Kä-tha', with the 'ä' sounding like in 'Schäfchen'.