Catalea

“pure” — Associated with the Cattleya orchid

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#6465US 2023

18Births / yr

↑Rising

119All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Catalea mean and where does it come from?

Catalea is a modern name that primarily appears in the United States and may derive inspiration from Spanish and Latin roots. The name invokes imagery of beauty and nature, often associated with the Cattleya orchid, inferring a sense of grace and elegance. While not widely common, it has been embrac

Cultural significance

Catalea has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of pure.

Peak popularity

Reached #5958 in 2018 — currently #6465 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Catalea?

Catalea works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Catalea Grace

How popular is Catalea right now?

Rising fast — up 1246 spots — currently #6465 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#6465 · Top 4.8%

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2020

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2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#6465	18	▲ up 1246 · +29% births
2022	#7711	14	▲ up 407 · +8% births
2021	#8118	13	▼ down 677 · -13% births
2020	#7441	15	▲ up 1992 · +25% births
2015	#9433	12	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Catalea

Best Year2023Rank #6465

Peak Count18

Average Rank#7834

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Catalea

Catalea is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 119 total births recorded, Catalea remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9433 in 2015 to #6465 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Catalea in 2018:

Emma Olivia Ava Isabella Sophia

💎Catalea has only 119 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Catalea?

Common

CatCatieCatyAlea

What names sound and feel like Catalea?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Catalea also consider these

American · Graceful and favored

American · Strong and womanly

Common questions about the name Catalea

What does the name Catalea mean?

Catalea means "pure" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Catalea?

Catalea is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Catalea have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Catalea?

Catalea originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Catalea?

Catalea pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Catalea trending right now?

Catalea is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.