At a glance
- In short
- Cathlean is a Celtic/Gaelic female name, a variation of Kathleen and Cathleen. It exudes elegance and sophistication with a unique Irish heritage appeal.
- U.S. rank 2025
- Not in the 2025 data · last seen 1950 (#5,301)
- Babies in 1950
- 5 (<0.01% of girls)
- First recorded
- 1950 (the only year on record)
Meaning of Cathlean
The name Cathlean is a female name with origins in Celtic/Gaelic. It is a variation of the more common names Kathleen and Cathleen. In British English, it is pronounced as KATH-leen (/kæθˈli:n/), while in American English it is also pronounced as KATH-leen (/kæθˈlin/). The name Cathlean has been used for baby girls since at least 1950, with 5 occurrences that year in the United States, ranking it at 5300. This name carries an air of elegance and sophistication, and its association with Irish heritage gives it a unique appeal. It could be a perfect choice for parents looking for a classic yet distinctive name for their baby girl.
How to pronounce Cathlean
English
- Pronounced KATH-leen /kæθˈlin/
Popularity of Cathlean in the U.S.
Cathlean appears in the records for the U.S. only in 1950, ranked #5,301 with 5 babies.
- Rank among U.S. girl names (right scale)
Year-by-year table, 1950 1 row
| Year | Babies | Rank | vs previous year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | 5 | 5,301 | new |