Cateria

“Cateria is a modern name derived from Caterina, commonly used in Italian-speaking regions”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1852US 2023

348Births / yr

→Stable

32All-time births

📅 Since 199700

What does Cateria mean and where does it come from?

Cateria is a modern name derived from Caterina, commonly used in Italian-speaking regions. The name conveys notions of purity and clarity. Its use in the U.S. has increased as a unique alternative to more traditional names like Catherine. While it does not have extensive historical records, it has b

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #10270 in 1999 — currently #1852 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Cateria?

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

Cateria Grace

How popular is Cateria right now?

Holding steady — currently #1852 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#1852 · Top 1.4%

2000

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1852	348	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1857	328	▲ up 5 · +10% births
2021	#1862	298	▲ up 14941 · +5860% births
2000	#16803	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Cateria

Best Year2023Rank #1852

Peak Count348

Average Rank#5594

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2000 - 20234 years

The story of Cateria

Cateria is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 32 total births recorded, Cateria remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #16803 in 2000 to #1852 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Cateria in 1999:

Emily Hannah Alexis Sarah Samantha

💎Cateria has only 32 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Cateria?

Common

CatCatieCatyEria

What names sound and feel like Cateria?

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

Cameria

American · Derived from the

Catiria

Puerto Rico · A variant of

Jateria

American · Modern name with

Sateria

American · English

Lateria

American · possibly derived from

Common questions about the name Cateria

What does the name Cateria mean?

Cateria means "Italian" — 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 Cateria?

Cateria 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 Cateria?

Cateria 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 Cateria?

Cateria 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 Cateria a common or rare name?

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