Katena
Katena is a girl baby name. Ranked #47,178 in the US, popular nicknames include Kat, Kay, and Katie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Katena first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 66 babies have been named Katena in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Katena is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,178 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,178
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Katena
Katena is a girl name .
Katena is currently ranked #47,178 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Katena include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Kateie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Katena include Kate, Katelyn, Katerina, Katelynn, Kateri . 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