Catina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Catina originates from Latin, meaning 'pure' and referring to a type of dish. It evolved through various forms, including Catinus and Catherine, showcasing a blend of cultural influences. The name is often associated with elegance and has no direct biblical relevance. It has seen historical usage primarily in Italian-speaking regions and remains a unique choice today.
The name Catina is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Catina has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Catina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9749th out of 10718 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6965th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 686th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4040th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16504th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Catina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Catina"
Pronunciation
/kəˈtiːnə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Catina is derived from the Latin word 'catinus', which means 'a deep dish' or 'a bowl'. It has also been associated with the name 'Catherine', which has Greek roots meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure, deep dish
Language Evolution
Catinus (Latin), Catina (Italian), Catherine (Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Catina gained popularity primarily in Italian-speaking regions and has been used since the Middle Ages, often as a diminutive or variation of Catherine.
Variants & Derivatives
Cathy, Kate, Catherine
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Catina is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with femininity and grace.
Famous People
Catina Brown, an accomplished artist, Catina McKenzie, a noted author
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Catina"
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 "Catina"
"Catina" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9749th of 10718 | 8 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6965th of 12526 | 51 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 686th of 19264 | 3,689 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4040th of 27321 | 375 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16504th of 35406 | 63 |
Regional Popularity of "Catina" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Catina" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
24.79% 728th/2937 |
33.62% 1171st/3483 |
12.54% 441st/3518 |
35.73% 1445th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
64.90% 3371st/5194 |
- |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Catina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Catina" 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.