Catalina
kah-tah-LEE-nah
The Story of Catalina
From ancient purity to vibrant modern life, this name is a timeless echo of grace, now arriving for your daughter.
Catalina, a radiant form of Katherine, traces its lineage back to the Greek 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This ancient root has traveled through Spanish and Romanian cultures, absorbing the romance and spirit of each. From the saints and queens who bore it to its current popularity, Catalina has consistently represented a refined elegance and an unblemished essence, moving across continents and centuries.
To speak 'Catalina' is to invoke a sense of elegant clarity and inherent kindness. When you envision your daughter, this name feels like a perfectly cut gem, full of light and refined beauty. You will feel its graceful weight when you write it on her birth announcement, a name that promises a life lived with intelligence and a pure, unwavering heart.
What It Means
“Catalina is a Spanish and Romanian form of Katherine, derived from the Greek word "katharos," meaning "pure."”
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Numerology
The Idealist
Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#2,216 in 2024
Total Births
30,549
First Recorded
1893
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