Girl
Cathleen
pure
About Cathleen
Cathleen carries an air of timeless dignity, blending classic structure with subtle warmth that reveals itself through continued acquaintance.
This name's enduring presence throughout generations speaks to its substantive quality – never trendy yet never outdated, simply steadfastly itself.
A Cathleen often demonstrates remarkable persistence, approaching challenges with quiet determination rather than dramatic gestures or complaints.
The name's balanced syllables suggest someone who values proportion and harmony, making thoughtful choices that consider long-term consequences rather than momentary satisfaction.
Cathleen brings to mind a natural advisor whose wisdom comes not from forceful opinions but from careful observation and genuine concern for others' wellbeing.
Popularity of the Name Cathleen
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | Ireland | |
|---|---|---|
| 1902 | #821 | |
| 1903 | #984 | |
| 1904 | #855 | |
| 1906 | #900 | |
| 1910 | #833 | |
| 1911 | #903 | |
| 1912 | #924 | |
| 1916 | #980 | |
| 1922 | #952 | |
| 1923 | #828 | |
| 1924 | #880 | |
| 1925 | #871 | |
| 1926 | #867 | |
| 1928 | #896 | |
| 1929 | #959 | |
| 1930 | #971 | |
| 1931 | #997 | |
| 1932 | #816 | |
| 1933 | #974 | |
| 1934 | #905 | |
| 1935 | #885 | |
| 1937 | #883 | |
| 1938 | #875 | |
| 1939 | #740 | |
| 1940 | #645 | |
| 1941 | #604 | |
| 1942 | #551 | |
| 1943 | #534 | |
| 1944 | #423 | |
| 1945 | #403 | |
| 1946 | #405 | |
| 1947 | #334 | |
| 1948 | #300 | |
| 1949 | #285 | |
| 1950 | #280 | |
| 1951 | #282 | |
| 1952 | #272 | |
| 1953 | #292 | |
| 1954 | #287 | |
| 1955 | #268 | |
| 1956 | #251 | |
| 1957 | #264 | |
| 1958 | #255 | |
| 1959 | #279 | |
| 1960 | #304 | |
| 1961 | #302 | |
| 1962 | #322 | |
| 1963 | #327 | |
| 1964 | #288 | |
| 1965 | #301 | #269 |
| 1966 | #307 | #314 |
| 1967 | #322 | #359 |
| 1968 | #364 | #412 |
| 1969 | #349 | |
| 1970 | #375 | #368 |
| 1971 | #401 | |
| 1972 | #443 | |
| 1973 | #486 | #410 |
| 1974 | #528 | #496 |
| 1975 | #608 | #512 |
| 1976 | #692 | |
| 1977 | #621 | #436 |
| 1978 | #717 | #540 |
| 1979 | #755 | |
| 1980 | #840 | #562 |
| 1981 | #809 | #484 |
| 1982 | #794 | #544 |
| 1983 | #860 | #486 |
| 1984 | #862 | |
| 1985 | #853 | |
| 1986 | #906 | |
| 1987 | #975 | |
| 1990 | #456 |
Top names by country: United States · Ireland
Variations of Name Cathleen
Names Similar to Cathleen
Nicknames for Cathleen
- Cathy
- Cat
- Cath
- Leena
- Kitty
