US Popularity:15102
Origin:Irish
Other Origin(s):British, Greek
Meaning:Pure
Cathleen is a feminine name of Irish and English origin, meaning "pure." It is a variation of the Irish name, Caitlín, which is derived from Cateline, or the Greek name, Catherine. The name Catherine has links to the Ancient Greek Goddess, Hekátē, who is associated with the moon, magic, light, and witchcraft. In the early 1900s, Cathleen, or its alternative spelling Kathleen, was among Ireland's top 10 most popular feminine names. In Old Irish folklore, Kathleen Ni Houlihan is a mythical symbol of Irish nationalism who was thought to help young Irish men fight for freedom from colonial rule. The name Cathleen may keep baby close to their roots and inspire them to stand up for what they believe in.

Cathleen Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Cathleen is currently #15102 in U.S. births
Girl:Cathleen is currently #10189 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#15102
in 2022
+ 1898
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data
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