Catrice Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Catrice is a name with Latin roots, derived from 'Catrina,' a diminutive of 'Catherine,' meaning 'pure.' It evolved through several historical forms before becoming popular in modern times. The name is associated with traits of creativity and individuality and has no biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Catrice"
Pronunciation
/kəˈtriːs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Catrice is likely derived from the Latin name 'Catrina,' which is a diminutive form of the name 'Catherine,' meaning 'pure.'
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Catrina, Catherine, Catrice
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variation of Catherine.
Variants & Derivatives
Catrina, Catherine, Katya, Kathy
Modern Popularity & Image
Catrice is perceived as a unique and stylish name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Catrice A. Brown - American author, Catrice D. Smith - American artist
📊 Catrice Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Catrice Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 55 peak births in 1971
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Louisiana
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Catrice"
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 "Catrice"
"Catrice" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2310th of 19264 | 563 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4072nd of 27321 | 371 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15718th of 35406 | 70 |
Regional Popularity of "Catrice" 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 "Catrice" 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) |
59.72% 1754th/2937 |
77.63% 2704th/3483 |
69.41% 2442nd/3518 |
91.79% 3712th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Catrice"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Catrice" 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 "Catrice" in the United States
The name Catrice 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 MidWest region. 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, Catrice 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, 'Catrice' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2310th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4072nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15718th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Catrice' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.