Pure
A modern phonetic elaboration of Kathleen or Caitlin, ultimately derived from the Greek name Aikaterine. It carries the traditional meaning of purity, though its specific spelling is a contemporary American innovation.
Less common today
Kateleen isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,786 in 1999.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
