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Catheline

KATH-uh-leen

Catheline is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A variant of Catherine, meaning 'pure'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1956.

Letters9
Syllables3
OriginGreek

What Catheline Means

A variant of Catherine, meaning 'pure'.

The Story of Catheline

This name graced the early 20th century, an elegant, almost forgotten variation of a classic that held a promise of purity.

Catheline is a sophisticated variation of Catherine, which stems from the Greek Aikaterine. The name has long been linked to the Greek word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'. This particular spelling first appeared in the early 1900s and saw its peak popularity in the mid-1950s.

To choose 'Catheline' for your daughter is to envision a child with an elegant spirit and an untarnished heart. It's a name that speaks of innate purity, a gentle innocence paired with a classic poise.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Personality Traits

PureInnocentClassicElegant

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#8 in 1956

Total Births

92

First Recorded

1917

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