Kathlen Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKATH-len / /ˈkæθ.lən/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: pure; English: variant of Kathleen
Historical & Cultural Background
Kathlen is a variant of the name Kathleen, which is derived from the Irish name Caitlín. The name Caitlín itself is a diminutive of the name Catherine, which has roots in Greek. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Ireland and English-speaking countries. It has been associated with purity and innocence throughout its history.
Trend Summary
The name Kathlen has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kathleen
- Kathy
- Kat
International Variants
- Caitlín (Irish)
- Catherine (English)
- Catalina (Spanish)
Famous people named Kathlen
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kathlen was first seen in the United States in 1946. Kathlen has ranked as high as #1015 nationally, which occurred in 1951, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kathlen has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kathlen
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1946 | 5 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 7 |
| 1950 | 8 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1999 | 5 |