Kathalin - Name meaning, Popularity, Personality, and More

Kathalin name Meaning and Dictionary

Name

Kathalin

Name Meaning

"Kathalin" This name comes from the ancient Greek “Aikaterī́nē (Αἰκατερῑ́νη),” which comes from “katharós (καθαρός),” meaning “clean, clear, pure.” In turn, the name means “pure, clear of dirt, clean of shame or guilt, purified.” The name is linked to “Hekátē (Ἑκάτη),” an ancient goddess who is most often shown with two torches or a key and in later periods depicted in triple form. Hekate is associated with crossroads, entrance-ways, fire, light, the moon, magic, witchcraft, knowledge of herbs and poisonous plants, necromancy, and sorcery. All the names related to this root are popular in historically Christian countries; in fact, Catherine was the name of one of the first Christian saints. According to tradition, Saint Catherine of Alexandria is a Christian saint and virgin who was martyred in the early 4th-century at the pagan emperor Maxentius’s hands.

Definition

It is a masculine name that is of Sri Lankan origin and is used universally.

Pronunciations

Kath-alin
kathalin

Syllable

Kathalin Syllable count: There are 3 syllables in the name Kathalin

Kathalin Overview and Analysis

Kathalin Gender statistics

The name Kathalin is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.

Popularity of the name Kathalin

The name Kathalin is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 94,054th most popular name in the Namedary database.

Country-Specific Popularity and Ranking of the Name Emma
Country	In-Country Rank	Population Share
Canada	48,197	0%
United States	80,630	0%
United Kingdom	80,630	0%
Australia	87,726	0%
New Zealand	101,179	0%

Where to find Kathalin?

The name Kathalin is predominantly found in Canada (CA), particularly in the state of Alberta (AL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.

Kathalin Usage Trend Over Time

In recent years, the trend of using the name Kathalin has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Kathalin was most used in 1984 with a usage rate of 100%. It was least used in 1984 with a usage rate of 100%.

To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.
The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.

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Names with a Similar Sound to Kathalin

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Three Syllable Names Similar to Kathalin

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Names starting with K

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Origin and History of the name Kathalin

This name comes from the ancient Greek “Aikaterī́nē (Αἰκατερῑ́νη)”, which comes from “katharós (καθαρός)”, meaning “clean, clear, pure”.

In turn, the name means “pure, clear of dirt, clean of shame or guilt, purified”.

The name is linked to “Hekátē (Ἑκάτη)”, an ancient goddess who is most often shown with two torches or a key and in later periods depicted in triple form.

Hekate is associated with crossroads, entrance-ways, fire, light, the moon, magic, witchcraft, knowledge of herbs and poisonous plants, necromancy, and sorcery.

All the names related to this root are popular in historically Christian countries; in fact, Catherine was the name of one of the first Christian saints.

According to tradition, Saint Catherine of Alexandria is a Christian saint and virgin who was martyred in the early 4th-century at the pagan emperor Maxentius’s hands.

Kathalin in Chinese

Boy names translation to Chinese

Translation: 喀大林
Pronunce: (PinYin) : kā dà lín

Girl names translation to Chinese

Translation: 喀大琳
Pronunce: (PinYin) : kā dà lín

Kathalin in Numerology

Kathalin: Name to Numerology Conversion
K	A	T	H	A	L	I	N
	1			1		9
2		2	8		3		5

Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):

Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 11
Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 2
Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 4

Conclusions about the name Kathalin

Should you named your son Kathalin?

According to the gender statistics, the name Kathalin is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Kathalin is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Kathalin is a boy.

Kathalin is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.

Is Kathalin a good name?

Venturing into the realm of three-syllable names, The name Kathalin stands out with its unique beauty. While less common than one- or two-syllable names, these names exude elegance and sophistication, making them a perfect choice for parents seeking a name that truly stands apart.

What are the Pros and Cons of the name Kathalin?

Pros of the name Kathalin:

Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
May not become dated: If Kathalin has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Kathalin is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.