Cataleya
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
10,632 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2024 Peak Popularity Year
1,311 Peak Births

Cataleya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Cataleya is a name of Spanish origin that means 'orchid.' It evolved from the name Cattley, which honors a horticulturist and has become popular in modern times, especially within Spanish-speaking cultures. The name embodies traits of beauty and elegance, with no biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cataleya"

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Pronunciation

/ˌkætəˈleɪə/

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Origin

Spanish/Latin

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Etymology

The name Cataleya is derived from the Spanish name for the Cattleya orchid, which is named after the British horticulturist William Cattley.

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Meaning

orchid

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Language Evolution

Cattley (19th century), Cataleya (modern usage)

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in Latin American countries and among Spanish-speaking communities.

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Variants & Derivatives

Catalina, Cati, Cathy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Cataleya is viewed as an exotic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nature due to its connection to the orchid.

📊 Cataleya Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Rising
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Cataleya Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Highly Popular name with 1,311 peak births in 2024

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 40 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cataleya"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Cataleya"

"Cataleya" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 3546th of 35406 668
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 380th of 30306 9,964

Regional Popularity of "Cataleya" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Cataleya" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
48.38%
2217th/4582
44.62%
2304th/5164
31.30%
2289th/7313
27.21%
2031st/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
13.76%
548th/3984
10.34%
464th/4487
5.60%
382nd/6822
4.46%
280th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Cataleya"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Cataleya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cataleya" in the United States

The name Cataleya is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cataleya has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Cataleya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3546th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 380th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cataleya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Cataleya name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
[600x500px image] Etymology and historical popularity of Cataleya,