Catarina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-tah-REE-nah / kætəˈriːnəPortuguese; Spanish; Italian
Meaning
Pure; clear; innocent
Historical & Cultural Background
Catarina is a variant of the name Catherine, which has roots in Greek. The name has been popular in various cultures, particularly in Portugal and Spain. It has been borne by several saints and queens throughout history, contributing to its enduring appeal.
Trend Summary
Catarina has seen a steady presence in baby name rankings in the U.S., though it remains less common than its variants.
Similar Names
Variants
- Catarina
- Catarine
- Cathy
International Variants
- Catherine (English)
- Katarina (Slavic)
- Catarina (Italian)
- Catarina (Spanish)
Famous people named Catarina
Catarina de Bragança was a Portuguese princess who became Queen of England through her marriage to Charles II.
Catarina Sforza was an Italian noblewoman known for her political influence and military leadership during the Renaissance.
Catarina Furtado is a Portuguese television presenter and actress recognized for her work in entertainment.
Catarina de Almeida is a contemporary Portuguese artist known for her contributions to modern art.
Fictional characters named Catarina
Catarina is a character in the video game 'The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt', serving as a healer and ally.
Catarina is a character in the novel 'The Book of Disquiet' by Fernando Pessoa, representing complex emotional themes.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Catarina was first seen in the United States in 1888. Catarina has ranked as high as #1258 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Catarina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Catarina (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 12 | |
| TX | 10 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| AL | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| GA | 6 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| SC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 6 |
| 1891 | 8 |
| 1895 | 7 |
| 1898 | 7 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1901 | 11 |
| 1902 | 8 |
| 1904 | 7 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 10 |
| 1908 | 13 |
| 1909 | 9 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 17 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 29 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 24 |
| 1922 | 28 |
| 1923 | 20 |
| 1924 | 29 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 27 |
| 1927 | 23 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 28 |
| 1930 | 26 |
| 1931 | 27 |
| 1932 | 15 |
| 1933 | 19 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 21 |
| 1936 | 25 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 13 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 17 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 14 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 18 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 15 |
| 1964 | 10 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 15 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 21 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 17 |
| 1983 | 14 |
| 1984 | 28 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 17 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 34 |
| 1989 | 30 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 56 |
| 1992 | 68 |
| 1993 | 84 |
| 1994 | 71 |
| 1995 | 80 |
| 1996 | 59 |
| 1997 | 48 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1999 | 56 |
| 2000 | 71 |
| 2001 | 84 |
| 2002 | 72 |
| 2003 | 63 |
| 2004 | 82 |
| 2005 | 68 |
| 2006 | 65 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 80 |
| 2009 | 52 |
| 2010 | 64 |
| 2011 | 56 |
| 2012 | 63 |
| 2013 | 68 |
| 2014 | 56 |
| 2015 | 62 |
| 2016 | 62 |
| 2017 | 70 |
| 2018 | 69 |
| 2019 | 84 |
| 2020 | 87 |
| 2021 | 89 |
| 2022 | 92 |
| 2023 | 118 |
| 2024 | 105 |