Kathreen
Girl nameKathreen has been given to 372 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1950.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
372
Peak year
1950 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1912
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Kathreen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Kathreen.
Sibling name ideas for Kathreen
Same era and popularity as Kathreen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Kathreen?
Kathreen has been given to 372 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Kathreen peak?
Kathreen peaked in 1950, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Kathreen a girl or boy name?
Kathreen is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Kathreen are girls).
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