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Katia
Pure (short for Katya/Caterina)
Origin
Greek
Used in
itfrde
Origin and meaning of Katia
Katia is a Russian pet form of Ekaterina, the equivalent of the Italian Caterina, going back to the Greek Aikaterine, traditionally linked to katharós, 'pure': hence 'pure.' It entered Italy in the twentieth century and has an affectionate, cosmopolitan feel. It is found in Italy, France and across Germanic and Slavic regions, where the spellings Katja and Katya coexist. It was borne by the volcanologist Katia Krafft, a devoted student of volcanoes.
Variants around the world
How Katia sounds in other languages.
KatyaKatjaKatieCátia
Famous people
- Katia Krafft— scientist
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Katia mean?
The name Katia means Pure (short for Katya/Caterina).
What is the origin of the name Katia?
Origin of Katia: Greek.
What are the international variants of the name Katia?
International variants of Katia: Katya, Katja, Katie, and Cátia.