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Kathalia

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Pronounced kuh-THAH-lee-uh /kəˈθɑː.li.ə/Medium

Meaning: An elaborated modern form in the Katherine family — Katherine's traditional gloss is 'pure' (by association with the Greek katharos), though the name's true origin is debated. The -alia ending here is a modern flourish, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: A flowing Katherine form: Kathalia carries the old gloss 'pure' (said 'kuh-THAH-lee-uh'). The ending is modern, which we note.
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Origin LowEnglish, Greek
MeaningAn elaborated modern form in the Katherine family — Katherine's traditional gloss is 'pure' (by association with the Greek katharos), though the name's true origin is debated. The -alia ending here is a modern flourish, which we note.
U.S. rank (2024)#14296 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2012
Total births (all-time)≈ 59

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202320122024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Kathalia is a modern elaboration in the Katherine family. Katherine's traditional gloss is 'pure,' by association with the Greek katharos, though its true origin is debated among scholars. The -alia ending here is a contemporary flourish, so the routes are partly uncertain, which we note (said 'kuh-THAH-lee-uh').

It appears only rarely in the U.S. Rare, flowing, and modern in form.

Did you know? Katherine has been read as 'pure' for centuries, from the Greek katharos — though scholars still debate whether that was the original sense or a later, pious reworking. Kathalia carries the association forward.
Overall data confidence 32%
References — Kathalia — Katherine family; 'pure' gloss traditional but debated; -alia modern

Variations

KataliaKathaleaKatharina

Nicknames

KatKathyLia

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Kathalia mean?

Kathalia is a modern form in the Katherine family, traditionally glossed 'pure.' The ending is a modern flourish, which we note.

How do you pronounce Kathalia?

It's said kuh-THAH-lee-uh — four syllables, stress on the second.

Is Kathalia a boy or girl name?

Kathalia is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Kathalia?

Kathalia is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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