Pure
Katalena is a modern elaboration of Katherine, likely influenced by the Spanish Catalina or the Hawaiian Katelyn. It shares the root meaning of 'pure,' which has been a staple in naming for centuries across various cultures.
Less common today
Katalena isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,199 in 2019.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
