Pure
Yekaterina is the Russian form of Katherine. Like its counterparts, it is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is most commonly associated with the word 'katharos', meaning pure. It has been a royal name in Russia for centuries, most notably borne by Catherine the Great.
Less common today
Yekaterina isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,583 in 2005.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Empress of Russia known as Catherine the Great
Olympic gold medalist figure skater
World champion volleyball player
Professional tennis player and Olympic champion
