Catena
Pronunciation: [ k-uht-EEN-uh ]
Catena is a girl baby name. Ranked #61,846 in the US, popular nicknames include Cat, Cay, and Catie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Catena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 28 babies have been named Catena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Catena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #61,846 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #61,846
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Catena
Catena is a girl name .
Catena is currently ranked #61,846 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Catena include Cat, Cay, Catie, and Cateie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Catena include Caterina . 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