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Marykathleen

MAIR-ee kuh-THLEEN

Marykathleen is a girl’s name of Irish origin, meaning “A compound name combining 'Mary', of Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter', 'beloved', or 'rebellious', and 'Kathleen', an anglicized form of the Irish Cadhla, meaning 'pure' or 'bright'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1983.

Letters12
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OriginIrish

What Marykathleen Means

A compound name combining 'Mary', of Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter', 'beloved', or 'rebellious', and 'Kathleen', an anglicized form of the Irish Cadhla, meaning 'pure' or 'bright'.

The Story of Marykathleen

This name arrived with a classic elegance in 1966, blending ancient devotion with the bright spirit of Irish tradition.

Marykathleen is a compound name that gained traction from 1966, combining 'Mary', of Hebrew origin meaning 'bitter', 'beloved', or 'rebellious', with 'Kathleen', an anglicized form of the Irish Cadhla, meaning 'pure' or 'bright'. It unites deep spiritual roots with a radiant quality.

You see a daughter named Marykathleen as someone kind, resilient, and warmly elegant. This name resonates with your hope for a child who possesses a pure heart, facing life's challenges with gentle strength and an inner radiance.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mary Kathleen

    New Zealand politician and activist.

Personality Traits

KindResilientWarmElegant

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Peak Year

#9 in 1983

Total Births

83

First Recorded

1966

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