Cataleya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cataleya is a name of Spanish origin that means 'orchid.' It evolved from the name Cattley, which honors a horticulturist and has become popular in modern times, especially within Spanish-speaking cultures. The name embodies traits of beauty and elegance, with no biblical relevance.
The name Cataleya is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cataleya has been stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, too falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Cataleya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3546th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 380th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cataleya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cataleya"
Pronunciation
/ˌkætəˈleɪə/
Origin
Spanish/Latin
Etymology
The name Cataleya is derived from the Spanish name for the Cattleya orchid, which is named after the British horticulturist William Cattley.
Meaning
orchid
Language Evolution
Cattley (19th century), Cataleya (modern usage)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 21st century, particularly in Latin American countries and among Spanish-speaking communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Catalina, Cati, Cathy
Modern Popularity & Image
Cataleya is viewed as an exotic and elegant name, often associated with beauty and nature due to its connection to the orchid.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cataleya"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cataleya"
"Cataleya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3546th of 35406 | 668 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 380th of 30306 | 9,964 |
Regional Popularity of "Cataleya" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Cataleya" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
48.38% 2217th/4582 |
44.62% 2304th/5164 |
31.30% 2289th/7313 |
27.21% 2031st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
13.76% 548th/3984 |
10.34% 464th/4487 |
5.60% 382nd/6822 |
4.46% 280th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cataleya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cataleya" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.