Cathryn vs Leysha

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cathryn

Girl #6,716 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek (katharos)

Cultural Roots

Welsh English Greek Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,716
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cath, Cat, Cathy

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cathryn Rank #6,716
Leysha Rank #6,752

Cathryn is more popular, ranked #6716 vs #6752 for Leysha.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cathryn ___

  • Cathryn Anne
  • Cathryn Elizabeth
  • Cathryn Louise
  • Cathryn Grace
  • Cathryn Jane
  • Cathryn Marie

Leysha ___

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Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cathryn or Leysha more popular?

Cathryn is more popular, ranked #6716 compared to Leysha at #6752 in the United States.

What do Cathryn and Leysha mean?

Cathryn means "pure, clear" (Greek (katharos) origin).

Are Cathryn and Leysha boy or girl names?

Cathryn is primarily a girl name. Leysha is primarily a girl name.

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