Katessa
Katessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,219 in the US, popular nicknames include Kat, Kay, and Katie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Katessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 64 babies have been named Katessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Katessa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,219 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,219
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Katessa
Katessa is a girl name .
Katessa is currently ranked #61,219 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Katessa include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Kateie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Katessa include Kate, Katelyn, Katerina, Katelynn, Kateri . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis