Catana

“Pure, chaste”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1235US 2023

965Births / yr

→Stable

26All-time births

📅 Since 194800

What does Catana mean and where does it come from?

Catana is derived from the name Catalina, which is a diminutive form of the Spanish name Catalina. Derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, it means 'pure' or 'chaste'. Catana has modern usage primarily in the United States and reflects the trend of adopting variations of traditional names. While it

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #4195 in 1948 — currently #1235 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Catana?

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

Catana Grace

How popular is Catana right now?

Holding steady — currently #1235 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1950–2023#1235 · Top 0.91%

1950

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1235	965	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1240	945	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2021	#1245	915	▲ up 3983 · +15150% births
1950	#5228	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Catana

Best Year2023Rank #1235

Peak Count965

Average Rank#2237

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1950 - 20234 years

The story of Catana

Catana entered American naming records in 1948 and has been in use for over 76 years. With 26 total births recorded, Catana remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5228 in 1950 to #1235 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Catana in 1948:

Linda Mary Barbara Patricia Susan

Catana by decade

Catana peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1940s ★	15
1950s	6
1970s	5

💎Catana has only 26 total recorded births since 1948 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Catana?

Common

CatCatieCatyAna

What names sound and feel like Catana?

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

Catara

American · Certain interpretations suggest

American · pure, chaste

Carlana

American · Italian

Caetana

English · A meaningful name

Alana

American · Harmony

Common questions about the name Catana

What does the name Catana mean?

Catana means "Pure, chaste" — 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 Catana?

Catana is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Catana?

Catana 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 Catana?

Catana 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 Catana a common or rare name?

Catana is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.