Holding steady.
Popularity of Cartina since 1969
Babies named Cartina per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 93 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cartina is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1969 and saw its highest usage in 1972, the peak year. Its trajectory has remained stable with very low usage since, and it has not appeared among the top 1000 names in recent decades. The name has no recorded top states of popularity, indicating widespread but infrequent use. While it may be a variant of Carina or an invented name, its etymology is uncertain. Cartina remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a modern sound and limited historical baggage.
Cartina first appears in U.S. birth records in 1969, with a modest peak in 1972. It may be a blend of the popular name Carina (from Latin 'carus' meaning dear) and the suffix -tina, or a variant of Catalina. However, its origin is uncertain and it is best categorized as a modern coinage with no clear historical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cari, Carty, Tina
Sibling names for Cartina
Names that share Cartina's style, for a brother or sister.
