Cattleya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cattleya originates from Latin, named after botanist William Cattley, meaning a beautiful type of orchid. It evolved through the name Cattley to its current form, reflecting traits of elegance and beauty. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cattleya"
Pronunciation
/ˈkætliə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name 'Cattleya' is derived from the genus of orchids named after the English botanist William Cattley, who was one of the first to cultivate these plants in the early 19th century.
Meaning
The name is associated with a beautiful type of orchid.
Language Evolution
Cattley, Cattleya
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 19th century following the introduction of the Cattleya orchid to Europe, which became a symbol of beauty and exoticism.
Variants & Derivatives
Catley, Cathlea
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Cattleya is often associated with elegance and floral beauty, frequently used in horticultural contexts.
Famous People
William Cattley, Cattleya Orchids enthusiasts
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 292 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cattleya"
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 "Cattleya"
"Cattleya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11266th of 35406 | 131 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1498th of 30306 | 1,766 |
Regional Popularity of "Cattleya" 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 "Cattleya" 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) |
- |
68.63% 3544th/5164 |
63.09% 4614th/7313 |
72.04% 5376th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.47% 1971st/3984 |
32.58% 1462nd/4487 |
21.40% 1460th/6822 |
20.35% 1277th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cattleya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cattleya" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cattleya" in the United States
The name Cattleya is most popular in Florida, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cattleya has been stalled for female in MidWest, falling for female in Northeast, falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cattleya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 11266th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1498th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cattleya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.