Kathaline

“Kathaline is a variant of the name Kathleen, which originates from the Irish name Caitlín”

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1409US 2023

791Births / yr

→Stable

36All-time births

📅 Since 192200

How to pronounce Kathaline

KATH·ul·EYEN

/ˈkæθ.əl.ˈaɪn/ · stress on KATH · 3 syllables

“Kathaline is a variant of the name Kathleen, which originates from the Irish name Caitlín”

English origin · Girl name

What does Kathaline mean and where does it come from?

Kathaline is a variant of the name Kathleen, which originates from the Irish name Caitlín. It has roots in Greek 'katharos' meaning pure. Kathaline can be considered a contemporary twist on classic names, reflecting both English and French influences. It has gained popularity in recent years for its

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #4984 in 1924 — currently #1409 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Kathaline?

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

Kathaline Grace

How popular is Kathaline right now?

Holding steady — currently #1409 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1945–2023#1409 · Top 1.0%

1945

1960

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1409	791	▲ up 5 · +3% births
2022	#1414	771	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1419	741	▲ up 5302 · +14720% births
1960	#6721	5	▼ down 1729
1945	#4992	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Kathaline

Best Year2023Rank #1409

Peak Count791

Average Rank#3191

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1945 - 20235 years

The story of Kathaline

Kathaline entered American naming records in 1922 and has been in use for over 102 years. With 36 total births recorded, Kathaline remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4992 in 1945 to #1409 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Kathaline in 1924:

Mary Dorothy Helen Betty Margaret

Kathaline by decade

Kathaline peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →

Decade	Births
1920s ★	11
1940s	5
1950s	10
1960s	5
1980s	5

💎Kathaline has only 36 total recorded births since 1922 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Kathaline?

Common

KatKaIne

What names sound and feel like Kathaline?

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

American · Pure, beloved

Carmaline

English · song or garden

Magdaline

English · Of Magdala, a

Cataline

France · Latin

Common questions about the name Kathaline

What does the name Kathaline mean?

Kathaline means "English" — a name rooted in English 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 Kathaline?

Kathaline 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 Kathaline?

Kathaline originates from English tradition. English 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 Kathaline?

Kathaline is a three-syllable name pronounced K AE1 TH AH0 L AY1 N. 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 Kathaline?

Kathaline pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar English heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.