“derived from the name 'Catherine,' meaning 'pure'.”
Portugal origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#1739US 2023
118Births / yr
↑Rising
3.5kAll-time births
📅 Since 188800
How to pronounce Catarina
KAT·AH·REE·nuh
/ˈkæt.ˈɑ.ˈriː.nə/ · stress on KAT · 4 syllables
“derived from the name 'Catherine,' meaning 'pure'.”
Portugal origin · Girl name
What does Catarina mean and where does it come from?
Catarina is a popular name in Portuguese and Spanish-speaking countries. It has variations in several languages, including 'Catherine' in English and 'Katherine' in Greek. The name has notable historical bearers, such as St. Catherine of Siena, and remains a widely respected and cherished name throu
Cultural significance
Catarina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Portugal-speaking communities, where it reflects values of derived from the name 'catherine,' meaning 'pure'..
Peak popularity
Reached #1056 in 1901 — currently #1739 in the US.
Rising fast — up 353 spots — currently #1739 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1895–2023#1739 · Top 1.3%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2023
#1739
118
▲ up 353 · +28% births
2022
#2092
92
▲ up 28 · +3% births
2021
#2120
89
▼ down 32 · +2% births
2020
#2088
87
▲ up 716 · +40% births
2015
#2804
62
▼ down 52 · -3% births
2010
#2752
64
▼ down 225 · -6% births
2005
#2527
68
▼ down 313 · -4% births
2000
#2214
71
▼ down 427 · -11% births
1995
#1787
80
▲ up 1443 · +135% births
1990
#3230
34
▲ up 913 · +79% births
1985
#4143
19
▼ down 407 · -10% births
1980
#3736
21
▲ up 3489 · +200% births
1975
#7225
7
▼ down 3497 · -56% births
1970
#3728
16
▼ down 447 · +7% births
1965
#3281
15
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Catarina
1930Rank #1550
118
#2797
↘Falling
1900 - 202327 years
The story of Catarina
Catarina has been a beloved American name for over 136 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1888. With 3,456 total births recorded, Catarina remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #1379 in 1895, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #1739 in 2023.
Catarina means "derived from the name 'Catherine,' meaning 'pure'." — a name rooted in Portugal 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 Catarina?
Catarina is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Catarina have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Catarina?
Catarina originates from Portugal tradition. Portugal names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Catarina?
Catarina is a four-syllable name pronounced K AE1 T AA1 R IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Catarina?
Catarina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Portugal heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Catarina
For a sister
Catarina & Madeira♡
Catarina & Margarida♡
Catarina & Levada♡
Catarina & Geral♡
For a brother
Catarina & Alves♡
Catarina & Joaovitor♡
Catarina & Geral♡
Catarina & Xande♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2023
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#1739
🇬🇧 UK
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