Katleen
Girl nameKatleen has been given to 203 babies in the U.S. since 1941. It peaked in 1953.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
203
Peak year
1953 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1941
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Katleen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Katleen.
Sibling name ideas for Katleen
Same era and popularity as Katleen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Katleen?
Katleen has been given to 203 babies in the U.S. since 1941. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Katleen peak?
Katleen peaked in 1953, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Katleen a girl or boy name?
Katleen is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Katleen are girls).
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