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Catharina

Girl name

Catharina has been given to 332 babies in the U.S. since 1948. It peaked in 1989. In 2025, about 1 in 146,115 girls was named Catharina.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

332

Peak year

1989 (14 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1948

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All girls

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Catharina — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Names with a similar vibe

Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Catharina.

Sibling name ideas for Catharina

Same era and popularity as Catharina, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

FAQ

How popular is the name Catharina?

Catharina has been given to 332 babies in the U.S. since 1948. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Catharina peak?

Catharina peaked in 1989, when 14 babies were given the name.

Is Catharina a girl or boy name?

Catharina is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Catharina are girls).

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