Kathleen
girl name#1150 in 2025Kathleen entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #9 in 1949, ranks #1150 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1150
rank today
#9
peak (1949)
201
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #348 |
| 1890s | #196 |
| 1900s | #151 |
| 1910s | #110 |
| 1920s | #82 |
| 1930s | #71 |
| 1940s | #21 |
| 1950s | #16 |
| 1960s | #34 |
| 1970s | #70 |
| 1980s | #76 |
| 1990s | #138 |
| 2000s | #345 |
| 2010s | #758 |
| 2020s | #1059 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kathleen has been most popular in CA, TX, PA.
Living bearers
About 523,000 people named Kathleen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kathleen 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 Kathleen in 2025?
- Kathleen ranks #1150 among US girl names in 2025, with 201 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kathleen most popular?
- Kathleen peaked in 1949, reaching #9 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kathleen with classmates?
- Kathleen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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