Katherine Hulse

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Katherine Hulse — Greek
485K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Katherine Hulse is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Katherine is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Katherine (), also spelled Catherine and other variations, is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are popular in countries where large Christian populations exist, because of its associations with one of the earliest Christian saints, Catherine of Alexandria. In the early Christian era it came to be associated with the Greek adjective καθαρός (katharos), meaning 'pure'. This influenced the name's English spelling, giving rise to variants Katharine and Catharine. The spelling with a middle 'a' was more common in the past. The surname Hulse: Benjamin Daniel Hulse (1875–1950), English professional footballer, played for Blackburn Rovers F.C. Benjamin Harrison Hulse (1894–1961), American politician Cale D. Hulse (born 1973), Canadian hockey player Camil Anton Johan van Hulse (1897–1988), Belgian-American musician Carl E. Katherine is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 485K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Katherine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Katherine

Greek

Katherine (), also spelled Catherine and other variations, is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are popular in countries where large Christian populations exist, because of its associations with one of the earliest Christian saints, Catherine of Alexandria. In the early Christian era it came to be associated with the Greek adjective καθαρός (katharos), meaning 'pure'. This influenced the name's English spelling, giving rise to variants Katharine and Catharine. The spelling with a middle 'a' was more common in the past.

Surname: Hulse

English

Benjamin Daniel Hulse (1875–1950), English professional footballer, played for Blackburn Rovers F.C. Benjamin Harrison Hulse (1894–1961), American politician Cale D. Hulse (born 1973), Canadian hockey player Camil Anton Johan van Hulse (1897–1988), Belgian-American musician Carl E.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Katherine is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Katherine by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Katherine Hulse

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Katherine Hulse:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

1
Soul Urge Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Katherine?
The first name Katherine originates from Greek. Katherine (), also spelled Catherine and other variations, is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are popular in countries where large Christian populations exist, because of its associations with one of the earliest Christian saints, Catherine of Alexandria. In the early Christian era it came to be associated with the Greek adjective καθαρός (katharos), meaning 'pure'. This influenced the name's English spelling, giving rise to variants Katharine and Catharine. The spelling with a middle 'a' was more common in the past.
When was Katherine most popular?
The name Katherine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hulse?
The surname Hulse originates from English. Benjamin Daniel Hulse (1875–1950), English professional footballer, played for Blackburn Rovers F.C. Benjamin Harrison Hulse (1894–1961), American politician Cale D. Hulse (born 1973), Canadian hockey player Camil Anton Johan van Hulse (1897–1988), Belgian-American musician Carl E.
What are the origins of the name Katherine Hulse?
The name Katherine Hulse combines two different traditions: the first name Katherine has Greek roots, while the surname Hulse originates from English.
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