Catarino
Catarino is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Pure.
Origin and history
Catarino is a masculine name of Greek origin, derived from Catherine via the Late Latin name Catharinus. It historically means pure or unsullied. In the United States, it is a rare name primarily used within Hispanic communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,690 babies in the United States have been named Catarino since 1880. It ranks #3090 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1875.
States where it is most popular
- TX (87.8 %)
- CA (11.8 %)
- NM (0.46 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 126 |
| 1920-1930 | 235 |
| 1930-1940 | 144 |
| 1940-1950 | 225 |
| 1950-1960 | 170 |
| 1960-1970 | 129 |
| 1970-1980 | 182 |
| 1980-1990 | 141 |
| 1990-2000 | 127 |
| 2000-2010 | 95 |
| 2010-2019 | 54 |
| 2020-2029 | 52 |
Famous people named Catarino
- Catarino Garza: Journalist, Revolutionary
Fun facts
- Catarino is the rare masculine counterpart to the widely popular feminine name Catherine or Catalina.
- The name has maintained a persistent, low-volume presence in U.S. birth records since the late 19th century.