Decision or story; to tell or narrate
In Sanskrit, the name is derived from the root word meaning to tell, narrate, or relate a story. It is also found in Irish contexts as a variant of Cathan, meaning battle or little warrior. In modern usage, it is often chosen for its crisp, contemporary sound and its rarity.
Less common today
Kathan isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,996 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).