Catalea Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-tah-LAY-ah / /kæ.təˈleɪ.ə/Spanish; Latin; Greek
Meaning
pure (Spanish); a variant of 'Catarina' (Latin); 'pure' or 'clear' (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Spanish, Catalea is derived from the name Catalina, which has roots in the Greek name Aikaterine, meaning 'pure.' The Latin influence connects it to the broader tradition of names associated with purity and clarity. The name has been used in various cultures, often reflecting a sense of beauty and virtue.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Cataleya
- Cattalea
- Kataleya
International Variants
- Catalina (Spanish)
- Catarina (Portuguese)
- Katerina (Greek)
Famous people named Catalea
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Fictional characters named Catalea
Catalea — original character in a fantasy novel.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Catalea was first seen in the United States in 2012. Catalea has ranked as high as #1358 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Catalea has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Catalea (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 20 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 15 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 19 |