Kathileen
girl nameKathileen entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #4483 in 1952, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
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rank today
#4483
peak (1952)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5344 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kathileen are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kathileen alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kathileen in 2025?
- Kathileen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kathileen most popular?
- Kathileen peaked in 1952, reaching #4483 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kathileen with classmates?
- Kathileen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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