Katalaya
Meaning of Katalaya
Katalaya is a warm, melodic name for a baby girl. It comes from the Sanskrit words katha (story) and laya (rhythm). It carries the promise of creativity and grace, turning each moment into a beautiful tale. In Indian tradition, music and storytelling flow together like rivers. Katalaya nods to Saraswati, goddess of knowledge and the arts, adding a playful wink of divine inspiration. In the U.S., this fresh name has popped up in national stats since 2012, with about 29 newborns in 2024 ranking it at 921—a sign of growing curiosity. Pronounced kuh-TAL-eye-uh (/kəˈtælaɪə/), it rolls off the tongue with sweet confidence and charm. Parents adore its global flair and poetic spark, and it feels like gifting a song to a child and watching her dance through life.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as kuh-TAL-eye-uh (/kəˈtælaɪə/)
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