How Many People Are Named Catarina?

Complete statistics for the name Catarina: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Catarina
Very Rare
Portuguese

Catarina, a name of Portuguese origin, stands out due to its very rare status in the US. Only 1 in 106,309 Americans share this unique moniker, with just 3,104 people bearing it today. Its popularity peaked in 2023, highlighting its appeal among younger generations.

~3,104
Living in US
1 in 106,309
Americans
2023
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Portuguese for 'pure'
🌐
Origin
Portuguese
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Refined Gracious Compassionate
4
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 4 symbolizes stability and practicality.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

5,513
Worldwide Bearers
#2,865
Global Rank
🇮🇳 India
673
🇩🇪 Germany
581
🇫🇷 France
499
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
466
🇪🇸 Spain
429
🇺🇬 Uganda
390
🇨🇭 Switzerland
292
🇳🇱 Netherlands
242
🇿🇦 South Africa
192
🇫🇮 Finland
186

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
3,104 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 41
1,996
Would be under 30 (52%)
855
Would be 30–60 (22%)
1,011
Would be over 60 (26%)

All 3,862 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2023

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
95
Classic Feel
28
Modern Appeal
92
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Catarina Through the Generations

Catarina's journey through the generations reveals a relatively recent surge in popularity. With only 3,862 total births recorded since its inception, the name has carved a niche for itself. As of now, 3,104 individuals carry the name, with a notable trend towards younger demographics - 52% are under 30 years old. This modern twist is further emphasized by the average age of 41, indicating a fresh wave of parents embracing Catarina for their children.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 1,148
California 357
Florida 227
New York 65
Alabama 59
New Jersey 54
Massachusetts 47
Tennessee 27
Arizona 17
Georgia 11

⭐ Famous People Named Catarina

Catarina is a feminine given name. It is a Portuguese, and Galician form of the name Katherine. It may refer to:…

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✨ Similar Names to Catarina

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Catarina's Portuguese roots

📄 About the Name Catarina

How Many People Have the Name Catarina?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 3,104 people in the United States currently share the name Catarina. That works out to roughly 1 in every 106,309 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Catarina a Common or Rare Name?

Catarina is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Catarina Mean?

Catarina means "Portuguese for 'pure'" and comes from Portuguese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Catarina in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Catarina Most Popular?

The name Catarina reached peak popularity in 2023, with 118 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Catarina?

Approximately 3,104 people named Catarina live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 3,862. That works out to roughly 1 in 106,309 Americans.

Is Catarina a rare name?

Catarina is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 106,309 Americans has this name.

What does the name Catarina mean?

Catarina means "Portuguese for 'pure'" and comes from Portuguese origins.

Is Catarina more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Catarina are male and 100% are female.

When was Catarina most popular?

Catarina peaked in 2023 with 118 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US3,104
All-Time Births3,862
1 in X1 in 106,309
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age41
Peak Year2023
World Rank#2,865
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.