Girl · 1806th of 9,107
Cathern
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,080
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1930
Peak Popularity Year
29
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cathern stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Cathern has its origins in Latin, deriving from the Greek 'Aikatherinē', meaning 'pure'. It evolved through several historical forms, including Catherina and Katherine, reflecting its enduring presence in various cultures. The name is often associated with strong and positive traits, and it does not have a direct biblical relevance. Its popularity surged during the Middle Ages due to the influence of Saint Catherine, and it continues to be a beloved name today, represented by numerous notable figures.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkæθ.ərn/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Cathern is derived from the Latin name 'Catherina', which itself comes from the Greek 'Aikatherinē', meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catherina, Katherine, Catharine, Cathern
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and it has remained a common name in various forms across different cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Katherine, Catherine, Kate, Kitty
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Cathern is viewed as a classic and timeless name, often associated with qualities of purity and strength.
Famous People
Catherine the Great, Katherine Hepburn, Catherine Zeta-Jones
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 1930
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 41 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Cahterine
Catharine
Catheline
Catheren
Catherene
Catherin
Catherine
Catherline
Catherne
Catheryn
Catheryne
Cathirine
Cathrina
Cathrine
Cathryn
Cathyrn
Chatherine
Katharine
Katharyn
Katharyne
Katheine
Katheline
Katheren
Katherene
Katherin
Katherine
Katherinne
Katherleen
Katherlene
Katherline
Kathern
Katheryn
Katheryne
Kathrine
Kathryn
Kathryne
Kathrynne
Kathyrine
Kathyrn
Kathyrne
Ktherine
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1806th of 9107 | 377 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2159th of 9204 | 284 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3080th of 12526 | 275 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8585th of 19264 | 65 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16689th of 27321 | 30 |