Catherine vs Logan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Logan

Boy #46 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Little hollow; from the little hollow place"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#46
Total SSA Count
6,267
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lo

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Catherine Rank #320
Logan Rank #46

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 vs #320 for Catherine.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Catherine ___

  • Catherine Elizabeth
  • Catherine Anne
  • Catherine Rose
  • Catherine Grace
  • Catherine Louise
  • Catherine Marie

Logan ___

  • Logan James
  • Logan Cole
  • Logan Reed
  • Logan Blake
  • Logan Scott
  • Logan Ryan

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Catherine

Elizabeth Margaret Charlotte Eleanor William

If you choose Logan

Mason Carter Riley Harper Avery

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Catherine or Logan more popular?

Logan is more popular, ranked #46 compared to Catherine at #320 in the United States.

What do Catherine and Logan mean?

Logan means "Little hollow; from the little hollow place" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Catherine and Logan boy or girl names?

Catherine is primarily a girl name. Logan is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons