Holding steady.
Popularity of Katura since 1968
Babies named Katura per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 10 |
| 1970s | 45 |
| 1980s | 71 |
| 1990s | 46 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Katura is an exceptionally rare feminine name in the United States, first recorded in 1968. Despite decades of use, it has never reached the top 1000, with its peak year being 2000. The trajectory of Katura has remained stable, never experiencing a significant surge or decline. It is primarily a modern coinage or respelling, possibly influenced by the Hebrew name Katurah. Due to its rarity, national rank and top state data are not available. Parents drawn to Katura may appreciate its melodic sound and connection to unique, underused names.
Katura first appeared in the United States in 1968, likely as a modern coinage or respelling. It may be a variant of Katurah, a name found in some English-speaking contexts and possibly derived from the Hebrew keturah ('incense'). However, its usage is rare and its exact derivation is not firmly established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Katie, Tura, Kats
Variants: Katurah, Catura
Sibling names for Katura
Names that share Katura's style, for a brother or sister.
