Anna-Katharina

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Name
Anna-Katharina
Gender
Girl name
Syllables
6

What does the name Anna-Katharina mean?

Anna-Katharina is a double name combining Anna ("God is gracious") and Katharina ("the pure one").

Where does the name Anna-Katharina come from?

Origin of the word unknown

How do you pronounce Anna-Katharina?

The sound and pronunciation of Anna-Katharina: The double name has six to seven syllables and is rhythmically clearly structured. It is pronounced as "An-na - Ka-tha-ri-na" [ˈanna kataˈʁiːna], where the distinct two-syllable nature of Anna merges with the flowing, melodic form of Katharina. The hyphen creates an audible pause. The open endings "-a" provide a warm, harmonious conclusion. Anna-Katharina radiates classic elegance - tradition-conscious, present, and sonically balanced.

Popularity

Anna-Katharina is a widely used first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 4,045th on the list of the most common female first names. Its best placement was in 2009, when it reached 1,234th place. In the last ten years, Anna-Katharina has been chosen as a first name around 60 times, placing it 3,249th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,632nd.

Nicknames & pet names

Ak / Aka / An / Ank / Anka / Ankathrin / Anna / Anni / Annichen / Annikathi / Kata / Kath / Katharin / Kathi / Kathrinchen / Käterchen / Ännä-Käther

Similar first names

Ann-Cathrin

Famous people

  • Anna Katharina Emmerick (nun and mystic)
  • Anna-Katharina Fecher (actress)
  • Anna-Katharina Samsel (actress)

Frequently asked questions about the name Anna-Katharina

Where does the name Anna-Katharina come from?

The exact origin of the name Anna-Katharina is unknown. It is composed of the names Anna and Katharina, whose origins are also diverse.

How popular is the name Anna-Katharina?

The popularity of the name Anna-Katharina varies. While Anna and Katharina are quite popular individually, the combination Anna-Katharina is less common.

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