Katha Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAH-tha //ˈkɑːθə//
Origin: Greek; Sanskrit
Meaning: Greek: pure; Sanskrit: to speak
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Katha has its roots in various linguistic traditions, primarily deriving from the Greek name 'Katharina,' which itself is thought to stem from the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This name was adopted into Latin as 'Catherina' and subsequently made its way into Old French as 'Catherine,' before evolving into various forms in different languages, including Katha in German and other cultures. The transition into English occurred through the influence of the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, which brought many French names into the English lexicon, including Catherine and its derivatives.
Historically, the name Katha is linked to significant figures and events. One of the most notable bearers of the name is Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr who is believed to have lived in the 4th century.
Her story was popularized in various hagiographies and art, contributing to the name's prominence in medieval Europe. The name also gained further recognition through the influence of the legendary Saint Catherine of Siena, a 14th-century mystic and theologian, who was canonized in 1461.
The name's association with these saints helped solidify its place in Christian tradition and culture. Culturally, Katha and its variants have been embraced in various societies, often symbolizing purity and virtue due to their etymological roots.
The name has been used in literature and art, reinforcing its significance across different eras. Additionally, diminutive forms such as Kate or Katie have emerged, reflecting affection and familiarity while maintaining the original name's essence.
The enduring nature of Katha can be attributed to its rich historical background and the positive connotations associated with its meaning.
Famous people named Katha
In this section, you will find notable people named Katha. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Katha who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Katha who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Katha Pollitt is a writer and poet best known for Reasonable Creatures, Learning to Make Fire, and The Mind-Body Problem.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katha was first seen in the United States in 1921.
Katha has ranked as high as #969 nationally, which occurred in 1949, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Katha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Katha 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 Katha was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Katha
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 Katha.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1963 | 11 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1956 | 17 |
| 1955 | 14 |
| 1954 | 16 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1951 | 12 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1949 | 22 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1934 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |