Cataleia Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: kuh-TAY-lee-uh //kəˈteɪliə//
Origin: Greek; Latin
Meaning: pure (Greek); a variation of 'Catherine' (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cataleia has its roots in ancient Greek, derived from the word 'katalēia,' which translates to 'to be able to.' This term is linked to the Greek verb 'katalein,' meaning 'to seize' or 'to take hold of.' The name entered the Latin lexicon as 'cataleia,' maintaining its original connotation of capability and strength. From Latin, it transitioned into various forms in the Romance languages before being adopted into English, where it retains its unique phonetic and aesthetic qualities.
Historically, the name Cataleia has been associated with various cultural and literary references. While not widely documented in classical texts, the elements of the name resonate with themes of empowerment and resilience, which have been celebrated in various mythologies and narratives throughout history.
The name's connection to strength and ability aligns with the attributes often ascribed to female figures in literature and folklore, contributing to its enduring appeal. Culturally, Cataleia evokes a sense of elegance and sophistication, often linked to the ideals of beauty and capability in feminine archetypes.
The name may also be associated with the concept of transformation, reflecting the journey of characters in myth and story who overcome challenges. Although specific historical figures bearing the name are not prominent, its linguistic roots and the themes they represent have allowed Cataleia to maintain a presence in discussions of names that embody strength and grace.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cataleia was first seen in the United States in 2012.
Cataleia has ranked as high as #1342 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in Texas, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Cataleia has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Cataleia is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Cataleia was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Cataleia (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Cataleia.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2022 | 20 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2019 | 9 |
| 2018 | 17 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2012 | 6 |