Katris as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Katris

What is the meaning of the name Katris ?

The baby name Katris is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KAT-ris (IPA: /ˈkætrɪs/).

Katris is in Origin.

Katris is a rare contemporary given name, most plausibly a streamlined variant of Katrice or a blend aligned with Finnish/Estonian Katri, all belonging to the far-ranging Katherine family. The root is Greek Aikaterine, commonly associated with the meaning “pure,” influenced by the word katharos, though its ultimate origin remains debated. In modern usage Katris appears chiefly in English-speaking contexts, with occasional resonance to the Greek surname Katris (Κατρής), which may subtly color the name’s Mediterranean tone.

While Katris itself lacks medieval attestations, its parent lineage is well-worn: the fame of Saints Catherine of Alexandria and Siena propelled countless forms across Europe. Related variants include Catherine, Katherine, Katarina, Katerina, Katrina, Catriona, Catrin, Katri, Katrice, and Catrice. Possible nicknames are Kat, Katie, Rin, and Tris.

⚙ Katris is an uncommon pick. Across 6 countries, we found 18 recorded uses of it.