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Kathleen

/kath-LEEN/

girl
American
Very common
long

Meaning

Pure

At a glance

  • Origin: American
  • Gender: girl
  • Syllables: 2
  • Popularity: Very common
  • Baby-safe: Yes

Cultural notes

Kathleen is the Anglicized form of the Irish name Caitlín, which is a Gaelic form of Katherine. It became popular in the English-speaking world, particularly in the United States and Ireland, during the 19th and 20th centuries.

Vibes

American
English
girl
unisex

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