Cathal
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Cathal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1998.
Over 40 babies have been named Cathal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cathal is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #41,715 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #41,715
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Cathal
Cathal is a boy name .
Cathal is currently ranked #41,715 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cathal include Cat, Cath, Cathy, Cathie, Cay, Caie, and Catkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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