Kathlen
girl nameKathlen entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #3482 in 1951, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1946–2025
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rank today
#3482
peak (1951)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4933 |
| 1950s | #4878 |
| 1960s | #5493 |
| 1990s | #13921 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kathlen are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kathlen alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kathlen in 2025?
- Kathlen is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kathlen most popular?
- Kathlen peaked in 1951, reaching #3482 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kathlen with classmates?
- Kathlen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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