girl name · Spanish origin
Catalina
/ kah-tah-LEE-nah /
Meaning
Catalina means Pure (Spanish).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Spanish
Pronunciation
kah-tah-LEE-nah
Popularity
#111 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Catalina in the US, 1880–2025
Catalina first appears in US records in 1893. It peaked in 2025, when 2,456 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 2,456.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Catalina mean?
Catalina is the Spanish form of Katherine, traditionally “pure.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Catalina mean?
Catalina means Pure. Catalina is the Spanish form of Katherine, traditionally “pure.”
What is the origin of the name Catalina?
Catalina is of Spanish origin.
How do you pronounce Catalina?
Catalina is pronounced “kah-tah-LEE-nah.”
Is Catalina a boy or a girl name?
Catalina is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Catalina?
In 2025, Catalina ranked #111 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Catalina most popular?
Catalina was most popular in 2025, when about 2,456 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.