Cathren
girl nameCathren entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3782 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3782
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4613 |
| 1920s | #4457 |
| 1930s | #3782 |
| 1940s | #4345 |
| 1950s | #5173 |
| 1960s | #6767 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cathren are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cathren alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cathren in 2025?
- Cathren is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cathren most popular?
- Cathren peaked in 1939, reaching #3782 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cathren with classmates?
- Cathren will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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