Katrina
Meaning: A name with a crisp, commanding presence
Origin: Scandinavian/Latin
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #97
Total births: 5,628
History: Katrina peaked in the 1980s in Australia. Katrina Hodgkinson served in Australian politics. The name has a strong, decisive character. Katrina represents the generation of Australian women who entered public life in increasing numbers.
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| Current rank (1992) | #89 |
| Babies named Katrina in 1992 | 98 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 5,628 |
| Peak year | 1971 (287 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #23 |
| Years in records | 1962–1992 (31 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 30 spots |
Frequently asked about Katrina
What does the name Katrina mean?
Katrina means “A name with a crisp, commanding presence” from Scandinavian/Latin roots.
What is the origin of the name Katrina?
Katrina has Scandinavian/Latin origin. The traditional meaning is “A name with a crisp, commanding presence”.
How popular is Katrina in Australia?
Katrina ranked #89 in Australia in 1992 — given to 98 babies that year.
When was Katrina most popular?
Katrina peaked in 1971 with 287 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Katrina a boy or girl name?
Katrina is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Katrinas in registered births are female.
Is the name Katrina rising or falling in popularity?
Katrina has fallen 30 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #59 in 1987 to #89 in 1992.
How long has Katrina been recorded in Australia?
Katrina appears in birth records in Australia across 31 years — from 1962 through 1992.