Katleen Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: KAT-leen //ˈkæt.liːn//
Origin: Dutch; Irish
Meaning: Dutch: pure; Irish: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Katleen is a variant of the name Kathleen, which has its roots in the Irish name Caitlín, a diminutive form of the name Catherine. The name Catherine itself is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is believed to be related to the Greek word "katharos," meaning "pure." This etymological journey reflects a transition from Greek to Latin, where it was adopted as Catharina, and then into Old French as Catherine, before evolving into its various forms in English, including Kathleen and Katleen.
Historically, the name Catherine has been borne by numerous notable figures, including Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr from the 4th century, who became a symbol of wisdom and learning. The name gained further prominence through the influence of royal figures, such as Catherine of Aragon, the first wife of King Henry VIII of England in the 16th century, and Catherine the Great, the Empress of Russia in the 18th century.
These associations contributed to the name's enduring legacy across various cultures and languages. Culturally, the name Kathleen and its variants have been embraced in literature and art, often symbolizing purity and virtue.
The name has appeared in numerous works, including the poetry of W.B. Yeats and in various Irish folk songs, which celebrate the beauty and spirit of women named Kathleen.
The diminutive form Caitlín remains significant in Irish culture, reflecting a deep-rooted connection to heritage and identity. Overall, the name Katleen, as a variant of Kathleen, carries with it a rich tapestry of linguistic evolution and cultural significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Katleen was first seen in the United States in 1941.
Katleen has ranked as high as #4672 nationally, which occurred in 1953, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Katleen has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Katleen 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 Katleen was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Katleen.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 | 6 |
| 2000 | 8 | 8 |
| 1999 | 6 | 6 |
| 1998 | 5 | 5 |
| 1997 | 6 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 8 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 | 7 |
| 1992 | 5 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 | 5 |
| 1968 | 7 | 7 |
| 1966 | 5 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 | 6 |
| 1960 | 11 | 11 |
| 1959 | 9 | 9 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 9 | 9 |
| 1956 | 8 | 8 |
| 1955 | 12 | 12 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 |
| 1953 | 14 | 14 |
| 1952 | 6 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 | 7 |
| 1949 | 5 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Katleen
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
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