Is Catalina a common name?

Yes, it is very common in Latin America, Spain, and has recently gained popularity in the United States.

What is the nickname for Catalina?

Common nicknames include Cata, Lina, Cat, and Caty.

Is Catalina the same as Catherine?

Yes, Catalina is the Spanish cognate of the English name Catherine.

What does the name Catalina symbolize?

Historically, it symbolizes purity and innocence, stemming from its Greek roots.

Name meaning & originCatalina

/kah-tah-LEE-nah/

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Catalina is a Spanish girl's name pronounced /kah-tah-LEE-nah/. This classic name literally translates to 'pure'.

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Meaning of Catalina

This classic name literally translates to 'pure'.

Catalina is the Spanish form of the Greek name Aikaterine. While the exact etymology of the Greek root is debated, it is most commonly associated with the word 'katharos,' meaning pure. The name gained widespread popularity in Christendom due to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th-century martyr.

Origin: Spanish
Pronunciation: /kah-tah-LEE-nah/

Cultural background

It is a perennially popular name in Spanish-speaking countries and has seen a rise in usage in the United States and Romania.

Variations & nicknames

Catherine
Katarina
Cata
Catina
Ekaterina
Katalin

Famous people named Catalina

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Catalina de Aragón
Queen of England and the first wife of King Henry VIII
Royalty · 1485–1536
Catalina Sandino Moreno
Academy Award-nominated Colombian actress
Film · Modern
Catalina de Erauso
A semi-legendary nun who escaped the convent to live as a soldier
Military · 1592–1650
Catalina Ponor
Romanian artistic gymnast and Olympic gold medalist
Sport · Modern
Catalina Denis
Colombian model and actress known for 'Brick Mansions'
Film · Modern

Frequently asked about Catalina

Is Catalina a common name?: Yes, it is very common in Latin America, Spain, and has recently gained popularity in the United States.
What is the nickname for Catalina?: Common nicknames include Cata, Lina, Cat, and Caty.
Is Catalina the same as Catherine?: Yes, Catalina is the Spanish cognate of the English name Catherine.
What does the name Catalina symbolize?: Historically, it symbolizes purity and innocence, stemming from its Greek roots.

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