Katrice as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Katrice

What is the meaning of the name Katrice ?

The baby name Katrice is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KAY-tris (IPA: /ˈkeɪtrɪs/).

Katrice is English in Origin.

Katrice is a modern English feminine name, most commonly understood as a K-variant of Catrice, itself a French-influenced offshoot of Catherine. Catherine ultimately traces to Greek Aikaterine; while the root is debated, it is widely associated with katharos, "pure," which supplies the commonly given meaning of Katrice.

Use of Katrice appears in English-speaking records from the mid-20th century, gaining modest U.S. visibility in the 1970s-1990s amid preferences for crisp K-initial spellings. It remains uncommon today, offering a distinctive twist on a classic. Related forms and cognates include Catrice, Katrina, Katrin/Katrine, Katerina/Katarina, Catherine/Katherine, and the Celtic Catriona/Caitriona; familiar diminutives include Kat, Kate, and Katie. Some bearers pronounce it kuh-TREES, echoing Patrice, while others favor KAH-triss. The name’s blend of modern styling with a time-honored lineage makes it a versatile choice.