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UK girl's name

Kataleya

A feminine name of Quechua origin meaning "she who is strong and beautiful".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Kataleya is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Kataleya popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #1491, with 21 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2022, with 24 births.

This profile covers 133 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 2013 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 88% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 132 living people in the UK are called Kataleya. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Kataleya ranked #1491 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 21 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2022, when 24 girls were registered as Kataleya.
  • About 132 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kataleya as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#1491

2024

Births in 2024

21

Latest year

Peak year

2022

24 births

Estimated living

132

2026

Meaning

What does Kataleya mean?

The name Kataleya is a beautiful and intriguing one, with a rich tapestry of history and cultural significance woven into its origins. It has its roots in the Sanskrit language, which flourished in ancient India and was the language of the Vedas, the sacred Hindu scriptures.

One possible derivation of Kataleya is from the Sanskrit word "katara," meaning dagger or knife, combined with "leya," which signifies to cling or adhere. This could suggest a name imbued with strength, resilience, and the ability to persevere through adversity, much like a dagger clinging to its purpose.

Another potential origin of Kataleya is from the Sanskrit words "kata," meaning story or tale, and "leya," signifying to dissolve or merge into. This interpretation evokes a sense of storytelling, imagination, and the ability to seamlessly weave narratives that captivate the mind and soul.

While the precise origins of Kataleya are shrouded in the mists of time, historical records indicate that variations of this name have been found in ancient Indian texts and manuscripts dating back several centuries. One notable mention is in the Mahabharata, the epic Sanskrit poem that recounts the struggle between two noble families for control of the ancient kingdom of Kuru.

Throughout history, Kataleya has been borne by several remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on their respective fields. One such figure was Kataleya Devi, a 16th-century Indian poet and scholar celebrated for her mastery of Sanskrit literature and her contributions to the bhakti (devotional) movement.

Another notable bearer of this name was Kataleya Sharma, a 12th-century Indian mathematician renowned for her groundbreaking work on algebra and her pioneering efforts in advancing the study of mathematics during the golden age of Indian science and scholarship.

In the realm of spirituality, Kataleya Ananda was a revered 19th-century Hindu mystic and spiritual teacher whose teachings on self-realization and the pursuit of inner peace continue to inspire seekers to this day.

Moving to more modern times, Kataleya Ghosh was a 20th-century Indian freedom fighter and social activist who played a pivotal role in the struggle for India's independence from British rule, dedicating her life to the cause of justice and human rights.

Lastly, Kataleya Banerjee was a contemporary Indian artist and sculptor whose evocative works, inspired by the rich tapestry of Indian culture and mythology, have earned her acclaim both nationally and internationally.

These are but a few examples of the remarkable individuals who have borne the name Kataleya throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and serving as a testament to the depth, resilience, and captivating essence embodied by this name.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Kataleya over time

The chart below shows babies named Kataleya registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Kataleya, the clearest high point is 2022. The latest England and Wales figure is 21 births in 2024, compared with 24 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Kataleya
06121824201320182024

Decades

Kataleya by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kataleya was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #1791 85 5
2010s #3086 48 6

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FAQ

Kataleya: questions and answers

How popular is the name Kataleya in the UK right now?

In 2024, Kataleya was ranked #1491 for girls in England and Wales, with 21 births registered.

When was Kataleya most popular?

The peak year on record was 2022, with 24 babies registered as Kataleya in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Kataleya?

A feminine name of Quechua origin meaning "she who is strong and beautiful".

How many people are called Kataleya in the UK?

A total of 133 babies have been registered as Kataleya across the 11 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.