Cataleah

“Cataleah is a modern feminine name inspired by nature, thought to mean pure and clear”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#12388US 2023

7Births / yr

↓Falling

79All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Cataleah mean and where does it come from?

Cataleah is a modern feminine name inspired by nature, thought to mean pure and clear. Though it is unique and not traditional, it has gained popularity as a beautiful and lyrical name in recent years.

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #8123 in 2013 — currently #12388 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cataleah?

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

Cataleah Grace

How popular is Cataleah right now?

Falling — down 3303 spots — currently #12388 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#12388 · Top 9.1%

2015

2020

2021

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#12388	7	▼ down 3303 · -36% births
2021	#9085	11	▲ up 1002 · +10% births
2020	#10087	10	▲ up 1665 · +11% births
2015	#11752	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cataleah

Best Year2021Rank #9085

Peak Count11

Average Rank#10828

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Cataleah

Cataleah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 79 total births recorded, Cataleah remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #11752 in 2015, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12388 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cataleah in 2013:

Sophia Emma Olivia Isabella Ava

💎Cataleah has only 79 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cataleah?

Common

CatCatieCatyAleah

What names sound and feel like Cataleah?

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

Cataleyah

American · Pure

Kataleah

American · Pure; innocent

Catalea

American · pure

Nataleah

Italy · Born on Christmas

American · A modern inventive

Common questions about the name Cataleah

What does the name Cataleah mean?

Cataleah means "English" — 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 Cataleah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Cataleah?

Cataleah 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 Cataleah?

Cataleah 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 Cataleah trending right now?

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