Kathlen
Irish · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Kathlen
Kathlen is a variant spelling of Kathleen, derived from the Irish name Cathleen, which comes from the Greek name Katharine meaning "pure" (from Greek *katharos*).
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Etymology
Kathlen is a variant spelling of Kathleen, derived from the Irish name Cathleen, which comes from the Greek name Katharine meaning "pure" (from Greek *katharos*). The name is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in Ireland and among Irish diaspora communities, with Christian associations due to its connection to Saint Catherine.
Kathlen currently ranks #15,569 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1951.
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