Rising since 2013, #5,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Cataleia since 2012
Babies named Cataleia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 113 |
Meaning & origin
Cataleia is a modern invented name that first entered U.S. birth records in 2012. Since 2013, its usage has been rising, reaching a peak in 2021. In 2025, it ranked 5,917th, with approximately 1 in 80,363 newborn girls receiving the name. The name is most frequently found in California and Texas. Cataleia likely evolved from Cataleya, a name that gained popularity after the 2010 film 'Colombiana'. The orchid-inspired sound gives it a botanical and melodic quality, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet feminine name. Its steady growth suggests it may continue to rise in the coming years.
Cataleia is a modern coinage that first appeared in U.S. records in 2012. It likely derives from the name Cataleya, which itself was popularized by the 2010 action film 'Colombiana' (originally a stage name for the lead character, named after the orchid genus Cattleya). The spelling Cataleia may represent a creative variation.
Where Cataleia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Cataleia” around the world
Where Cataleia lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cata, Leia, Cat
Sibling names for Cataleia
Names that share Cataleia's style, for a brother or sister.
