The baby name Kathline is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KATH-leen /ˈkæθliːn (common); sometimes KATH-line /ˈkæθlaɪn (variant).
Kathline is Irish in Origin.
The baby name Kathline is a Female name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced KATH-leen /ˈkæθliːn (common); sometimes KATH-line /ˈkæθlaɪn (variant).
Kathline is Irish in Origin.
Kathline is a modern English variant of Kathleen, the Anglicized form of Irish Caitlín, itself a descendant of Katherine/Catherine. Through this lineage the name is most often interpreted as “pure,” from association with Greek katharos, though the ultimate root of Aikaterine is debated. Pronunciation typically mirrors Kathleen (KATH-leen), though some families prefer kath-LINE.
The spelling surfaced in English-language records in the early to mid-20th century, likely influenced by Irish-American naming and by the vogue for -line endings. Usage remains uncommon today, lending the name a tailored, vintage feel. Related forms and near-variants include Kathleen, Cathleen, Kathlyn, Kathlene, Kathlin, and Cathline, with broader cognates Katherine, Catherine, Caitlín, and Catalina. Nicknames span Kathy, Kath, Kay, Kat, and Lina. Parents drawn to classic roots with a subtle twist may find Kathline a distinctive alternative within the Katherine family.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JM | Girls | 0 | #277 | 2 | 7,507 |
| SA | 0 | #312 | 1 | 10,560 | |
| MU | Girls | 0 | #358 | 5 | 8,539 |
| France | Girls | 2012 | #404 | 4 | 3,242 |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #429 | 1 | 13,098 |
| PA | Girls | 0 | #516 | 3 | 9,861 |
| RU | Girls | 0 | #523 | 1 | 11,913 |
| BH | 0 | #587 | 1 | 17,937 | |
| HK | Girls | 0 | #650 | 1 | 16,104 |
| LB | 0 | #690 | 1 | 13,263 | |
| NG | Girls | 0 | #826 | 1 | 15,093 |
| SA | Girls | 0 | #1,014 | 1 | 25,931 |
| ZA | Girls | 0 | #1,235 | 2 | 25,928 |
Kathline is popular in 12 countries — most recent births per country:
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