Catalina

At a Glance

Meaning

Spanish form of Katherine; the original Greek meaning is uncertain, though long associated with 'pure'

Origin

Spanish form of Katherine

Gender

Girl

Pronunciation

kat-uh-LEE-nuhListen

Catalina is the Spanish form of Katherine, a girl's name pronounced kat-uh-LEE-nuh. It carries a worldly, romantic, storybook feel while still reading as classic. The original Greek meaning is uncertain, though the name has long been associated with 'pure'.

Meaning & Origin of Catalina

Meaning: Spanish form of Katherine; the original Greek meaning is uncertain, though long associated with 'pure'.

Origin: Spanish form of Katherine.

How to Pronounce Catalina

Popularity of Catalina

Catalina is at its highest point right now: it ranked #128 in 2024, with 2,216 babies given the name, and that is also its peak rank across the Social Security records going back to 1893.

Names Like Catalina

These names share Catalina’s style, era or origin.

• Amora
• Araceli
• Dulce
• Esmeralda
• Isabela
• Mariana

FAQ

What does the name Catalina mean?

Spanish form of Katherine; the original Greek meaning is uncertain, though long associated with ‘pure’.

How do you pronounce Catalina?

Catalina is pronounced kat-uh-LEE-nuh (IPA: /ˌkætəˈliːnə/).

Is Catalina a popular name right now?

Catalina is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #128 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1893–2024.)

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