Katalina
Katalina is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Pure; unclear ultimate origin, historically associated with the Greek 'katharos'.
Origin and history
Katalina is a modern variant of Catalina, which derives from the Greek name Katherine. It is traditionally interpreted as meaning pure, though its ultimate origin remains debated. In the United States, it has gained steady popularity in recent years as a stylish alternative to traditional spellings.
Popularity in the United States
8,727 babies in the United States have been named Katalina since 1880. It ranks #1796 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #468.
States where it is most popular
- TX (27.9 %)
- CA (22.2 %)
- FL (8.8 %)
- NY (4.6 %)
- IL (3.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 10 |
| 1980-1990 | 85 |
| 1990-2000 | 415 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,031 |
| 2010-2019 | 3,329 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,857 |
Nicknames
Kate, Katie, Kat, Lina
Fun facts
- Replacing the classic 'C' with a 'K' gives this traditional name a contemporary and distinct flair in the U.S.
- Katalina is also used as a native spelling of the name in several Eastern European languages.