Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Catalina.
National Rank (2025)
#111
All-Time Peak Rank
#111 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
33,009
Unisex Distribution0.0% Boy / 100.0% GirlBalance: Single-Gender Archetype
💡 The Catalina Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Catalina
According to SSA data, Catalina achieved its highest historical rank of #111 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 2,456 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 144.4%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 123 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Catalina scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+144.4% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record2,456Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
123Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:0
1890s:26
1900s:73
1910s:278
1920s:817
1930s:616
1940s:422
1950s:538
1960s:678
1970s:1,001
1980s:1,304
1990s:2,236
2000s:3,742
2010s:9,369
2020s:11,909
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesCa-ta-li-na
Letter Count8 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 79.0% of SSA names. Starts with C, a letter used by only 5.7% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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