Cathrin
girl nameCathrin entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3957 in 1920, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#3957
peak (1920)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4417 |
| 1920s | #3957 |
| 1950s | #5396 |
| 1970s | #10210 |
| 1980s | #10392 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cathrin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cathrin alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cathrin in 2025?
- Cathrin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cathrin most popular?
- Cathrin peaked in 1920, reaching #3957 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cathrin with classmates?
- Cathrin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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