Kathryn Woolf

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kathryn Woolf — English
363K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kathryn Woolf is a name that combines English origins. The first name Kathryn is a feminine given name of English origin. Kathryn Beaumont (born 1938), English voice actress and school teacher best known for her Disney animation film works Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress and recording artist Kathryn Bigelow (born 1951), American film director, first woman to win the Academy Award, BAFTA, and DGA award for Best Director Kathryn Busby, American television and film executive Kathryn Cressida also known as "Kat" Cressida (born 1968), American voice actress Kathryn Crosby (1933 – 2024), American actress and singer who performed her most memorable roles under her birth-name Kathryn Grant Kathryn Drysdale. The surname Woolf: Woolf is a name that is used as a surname, given name, and a name among Germanic-speaking peoples: see Wolf, Wulf. This name is particularly popular in England especially in the south due to strong Saxon influence: see Anglo-Saxon settlement of Britain. A historian on Anglo Saxon Britain Barbara Yorke commented that the name Woolf originated from Oswelf the 'Wolf', a famous Saxon lord who in legend fought King Horsa. He supposedly changed his name to 'Woolf' from the more Germanic spelling of Wolf. Kathryn is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 363K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kathryn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kathryn

English

Kathryn Beaumont (born 1938), English voice actress and school teacher best known for her Disney animation film works Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress and recording artist Kathryn Bigelow (born 1951), American film director, first woman to win the Academy Award, BAFTA, and DGA award for Best Director Kathryn Busby, American television and film executive Kathryn Cressida also known as "Kat" Cressida (born 1968), American voice actress Kathryn Crosby (1933 – 2024), American actress and singer who performed her most memorable roles under her birth-name Kathryn Grant Kathryn Drysdale.

Surname: Woolf

English

Woolf is a name that is used as a surname, given name, and a name among Germanic-speaking peoples: see Wolf, Wulf. This name is particularly popular in England especially in the south due to strong Saxon influence: see Anglo-Saxon settlement of Britain. A historian on Anglo Saxon Britain Barbara Yorke commented that the name Woolf originated from Oswelf the 'Wolf', a famous Saxon lord who in legend fought King Horsa. He supposedly changed his name to 'Woolf' from the more Germanic spelling of Wolf.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Kathryn 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 Kathryn by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Kathryn Woolf

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 Kathryn Woolf:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

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 Kathryn?
The first name Kathryn originates from English. Kathryn Beaumont (born 1938), English voice actress and school teacher best known for her Disney animation film works Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress and recording artist Kathryn Bigelow (born 1951), American film director, first woman to win the Academy Award, BAFTA, and DGA award for Best Director Kathryn Busby, American television and film executive Kathryn Cressida also known as "Kat" Cressida (born 1968), American voice actress Kathryn Crosby (1933 – 2024), American actress and singer who performed her most memorable roles under her birth-name Kathryn Grant Kathryn Drysdale.
When was Kathryn most popular?
The name Kathryn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Woolf?
The surname Woolf originates from English. Woolf is a name that is used as a surname, given name, and a name among Germanic-speaking peoples: see Wolf, Wulf. This name is particularly popular in England especially in the south due to strong Saxon influence: see Anglo-Saxon settlement of Britain. A historian on Anglo Saxon Britain Barbara Yorke commented that the name Woolf originated from Oswelf the 'Wolf', a famous Saxon lord who in legend fought King Horsa. He supposedly changed his name to 'Woolf' from the more Germanic spelling of Wolf.
How common is the surname Woolf?
The surname Woolf is shared by approximately 4K people worldwide.
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