Cathelene Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KATH-uh-leen //ˈkæθ.ə.lin//
Origin: Irish; English
Meaning: Irish: pure; English: variant of Catherine
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Cathelene is believed to have roots in the Greek name Aikaterine, which is derived from the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This name was later adopted into Latin as Catharina and subsequently made its way into Old French as Catherine. The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, where it was introduced alongside many other names from the French language, becoming popularized in various forms including Catherine and its diminutive, Kate.
Historically, the name Catherine has been borne by numerous notable figures, including saints and queens. One of the most prominent early figures was Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr from the 4th century, whose story was widely disseminated in medieval hagiographies.
The name gained further prominence with the translation of the Bible into English, particularly in the King James Version published in 1611, which contributed to the spread of biblical names in English-speaking cultures. Additionally, various queens and noblewomen throughout history have carried the name, enhancing its regal connotations.
Culturally, the name Cathelene, as a variant of Catherine, carries associations of purity and virtue, which have been significant in Christian traditions. The name has been celebrated in literature and art, often symbolizing strength and resilience.
The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its deep historical roots and the reverence associated with its early bearers. Variants and diminutives like Kate and Kathy have also emerged, reflecting the name's adaptability and continued relevance across different cultures and eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Cathelene was first seen in the United States in 1920.
Cathelene has ranked as high as #886 nationally, which occurred in 1925, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Cathelene has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Cathelene 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 Cathelene was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Cathelene
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.
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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 Cathelene.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1920 | 6 |