Catessa
Catessa is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,149 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
Catessa first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 29 babies have been named Catessa in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Catessa is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,149 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #34,149
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Catessa
Catessa is a girl name .
Catessa is currently ranked #34,149 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Catessa include Cat, Cay, Catie, and Cateie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Catessa 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