Kathleen vs Mell

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathleen

Girl #1,110 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure, virginal"

Origin: Greek katharos via Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish American British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,110
Total SSA Count
220
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Kathy, Kate, Kat

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Kathleen Rank #1,110
Mell Rank #24,409

Kathleen is more popular, ranked #1110 vs #24409 for Mell.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kathleen ___

  • Kathleen Anne
  • Kathleen Marie
  • Kathleen Grace
  • Kathleen Rose
  • Kathleen Margaret
  • Kathleen Elizabeth

Mell ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kathleen

Bridget Maureen Colleen Patrick Michael

If you choose Mell

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kathleen or Mell more popular?

Kathleen is more popular, ranked #1110 compared to Mell at #24409 in the United States.

What do Kathleen and Mell mean?

Kathleen means "pure, virginal" (Greek katharos via Irish origin).

Are Kathleen and Mell boy or girl names?

Kathleen is primarily a girl name. Mell is primarily a girl name.

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