Katrina Wu

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Katrina Wu — Scottish
95K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Katrina Wu is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Katrina is a feminine given name of Scottish origin. Katrina or Katrine is a feminine given name. It is a derivative of Katherine. Katrina Adams (born 1968), American tennis player Katrina Asay (born 1957), American politician Katrina Bayonas (born 1941), English theatrical agent, producer and manager Katrina Begin (born 1982), American actress Katrina Best, British-born Canadian author of short stories Katrina Bowden (born 1988), American actress Katrina Boyd (born 1971), Australian soccer player Katrina Bryan (born 1980), Scottish stage, film and television actress and CBeebies presenter Katrina Callsen, American politician Katrina Carlson, Am. The surname Wu: Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong. Katrina is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 95K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Katrina reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Katrina

Scottish

Katrina or Katrine is a feminine given name. It is a derivative of Katherine. Katrina Adams (born 1968), American tennis player Katrina Asay (born 1957), American politician Katrina Bayonas (born 1941), English theatrical agent, producer and manager Katrina Begin (born 1982), American actress Katrina Best, British-born Canadian author of short stories Katrina Bowden (born 1988), American actress Katrina Boyd (born 1971), Australian soccer player Katrina Bryan (born 1980), Scottish stage, film and television actress and CBeebies presenter Katrina Callsen, American politician Katrina Carlson, Am.

Surname: Wu

Vietnamese

Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Katrina Wu

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 Katrina Wu:

1
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Katrina?
The first name Katrina originates from Scottish. Katrina or Katrine is a feminine given name. It is a derivative of Katherine. Katrina Adams (born 1968), American tennis player Katrina Asay (born 1957), American politician Katrina Bayonas (born 1941), English theatrical agent, producer and manager Katrina Begin (born 1982), American actress Katrina Best, British-born Canadian author of short stories Katrina Bowden (born 1988), American actress Katrina Boyd (born 1971), Australian soccer player Katrina Bryan (born 1980), Scottish stage, film and television actress and CBeebies presenter Katrina Callsen, American politician Katrina Carlson, Am.
When was Katrina most popular?
The name Katrina reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wu?
The surname Wu originates from Vietnamese. Wú is the pinyin transliteration of the Chinese surname 吳 (Simplified Chinese 吴), which is a common surname (family name) in Mainland China. Wú (吳) is the sixth name listed in the Song dynasty classic Hundred Family Surnames. In 2019 Wu was the ninth most common surname in Mainland China. A 2013 study found that it was the eighth most common surname, shared by 26,800,000 people or 2.000% of the population, with the province having the most being Guangdong.
What are the origins of the name Katrina Wu?
The name Katrina Wu combines two different traditions: the first name Katrina has Scottish roots, while the surname Wu originates from Vietnamese.
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