Catherin
Catherin is a girl baby name. Ranked #69,817 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
Catherin first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 878 babies have been named Catherin in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Catherin is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #69,817 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #69,817
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
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About the Name Catherin
Catherin is a girl name .
Catherin is currently ranked #69,817 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Catherin include Cat, Cay, Catie, and Cathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Catherin include Catherine . 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