Kataleyah

“pure, clear”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#5057US 2023

26Births / yr

↑Rising

133All-time births

📅 Since 201200

What does Kataleyah mean and where does it come from?

Kataleyah is a modern name that is often considered a variation of the name Katalina or Catalina, which has roots in Latin and means 'pure.' The spelling 'Kataleyah' is an innovative twist that has gained traction in the United States over the last few decades. It reflects contemporary naming trends

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #5257 in 2020 — currently #5057 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kataleyah?

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

Kataleyah Grace

How popular is Kataleyah right now?

Rising fast — up 1513 spots — currently #5057 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#5057 · Top 3.7%

2015

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5057	26	▲ up 1513 · +44% births
2022	#6570	18	▼ down 1410 · -28% births
2021	#5160	25	▲ up 97 · +4% births
2020	#5257	24	▲ up 9010 · +243% births
2015	#14267	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kataleyah

Best Year2023Rank #5057

Peak Count26

Average Rank#7262

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20235 years

The story of Kataleyah

Kataleyah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2012. With 133 total births recorded, Kataleyah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #14267 in 2015 to #5057 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kataleyah in 2020:

Olivia Emma Ava Charlotte Sophia

💎Kataleyah has only 133 total recorded births since 2012 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kataleyah?

Common

KatKatieKatyEyah

What names sound and feel like Kataleyah?

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

Kataleah

American · Pure; innocent

Cataleyah

American · Pure

Kataliyah

Hebrew · Pure; simple; chaste

Katalayah

Hebrew · קטליה meaning "pure"

Kamaliyah

American · perfection, moral excellence

Analeyah

American · Variation of the

Kaaliyah

American · Pure, beloved

Kaleyah

American · English

Common questions about the name Kataleyah

What does the name Kataleyah mean?

Kataleyah means "pure, clear" — 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 Kataleyah?

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

What is the cultural origin of Kataleyah?

Kataleyah 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 Kataleyah?

Kataleyah 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 Kataleyah trending right now?

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