Kathalyn
Kathalyn is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,023 in the US, popular nicknames include Kat, Kay, and Katie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
How Does It Sound with Your Surname?
Similar to Kathalyn
See all →What the Kathalyn report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Kathalyn the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Historical Record
Kathalyn first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 11 babies have been named Kathalyn in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kathalyn is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,023 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,023
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Kathalyn fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Kathalyn →Compare Kathalyn with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Kathalyn and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Kathalyn sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Germanic origin
"strong"
#38,146 in US
American English origin
"variant of Geraldine"
#37,862 in US
Old French origin
"bright one, radiant"
#38,124 in US
Ancient Greek origin
"victorious one"
#38,148 in US
Igbo origin
"light, sun (Igbo tradition)"
#38,042 in US
Greek origin
"victory of the people"
#38,041 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Kathalyn's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kathalyn
Is Kathalyn a boy or girl name?
How popular is the name Kathalyn?
What are common nicknames for Kathalyn?
Is Kathalyn a common or rare name?
What girl names are similar to Kathalyn?
About the Name Kathalyn
Kathalyn is a girl name .
Kathalyn is currently ranked #38,023 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kathalyn include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Kathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Kathalyn include Katherine, Kathryn, Kathleen, Kathy, Kathlyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis