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Tasha vs Kathleen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathleen

Girl #1,110 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, virginal"

Origin: Greek katharos via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,110
Total SSA Count
220
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Tasha Rank #8,736
Kathleen Rank #1,110

Kathleen is more popular, ranked #1110 vs #8736 for Tasha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tasha or Kathleen more popular?

Kathleen is more popular, ranked #1110 compared to Tasha at #8736 in the United States.

What do Tasha and Kathleen mean?

Kathleen means "pure, virginal" (Greek katharos via Irish origin).

Are Tasha and Kathleen boy or girl names?

Tasha is primarily a girl name. Kathleen is primarily a girl name.

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