Cathal Kilpatrick

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Cathal Kilpatrick — battle rule
130K People worldwide
Ireland Most common in
1990s Peak popularity
Gender
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Cathal Kilpatrick is a name that combines Celtic origins. The first name Cathal is a masculine given name of Celtic origin. From Irish Gaelic Cathal, composed of cath (battle) and val (rule). An ancient Irish name borne by many kings of Connacht. The surname Kilpatrick: Bill Kilpatrick, rugby league footballer of the 1920s and 1930s for Other Nationalities, and Oldham Carl Kilpatrick, professional basketball player Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick (1945–2025), American politician from Detroit, Michigan Charles Kilpatrick (athlete) (1874–1921), American athlete Charles Kilpatrick (politician) (1872–1935), trade union president and member of the Queensland Legislative Council Hugh Judson Kilpatrick (1836–1881), American Union Army general; U.S. Minister to Chile J. Max Kilpatrick (1945–2024), American judge and politician James J. Cathal is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 130K people globally, with the highest concentration in Ireland. The name Cathal reached peak popularity in the 1990s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Cathal

Meaning: battle rule

Celtic

From Irish Gaelic Cathal, composed of cath (battle) and val (rule). An ancient Irish name borne by many kings of Connacht.

Surname: Kilpatrick

English

Bill Kilpatrick, rugby league footballer of the 1920s and 1930s for Other Nationalities, and Oldham Carl Kilpatrick, professional basketball player Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick (1945–2025), American politician from Detroit, Michigan Charles Kilpatrick (athlete) (1874–1921), American athlete Charles Kilpatrick (politician) (1872–1935), trade union president and member of the Queensland Legislative Council Hugh Judson Kilpatrick (1836–1881), American Union Army general; U.S. Minister to Chile J. Max Kilpatrick (1945–2024), American judge and politician James J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Cathal is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

Ireland 83%
United Kingdom 17%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Cathal by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Cathal Kilpatrick

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Cathal Kilpatrick:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Cathal?
The first name Cathal originates from Celtic. From Irish Gaelic Cathal, composed of cath (battle) and val (rule). An ancient Irish name borne by many kings of Connacht.
When was Cathal most popular?
The name Cathal reached its peak popularity during the 1990s.
What is the origin of the surname Kilpatrick?
The surname Kilpatrick originates from English. Bill Kilpatrick, rugby league footballer of the 1920s and 1930s for Other Nationalities, and Oldham Carl Kilpatrick, professional basketball player Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick (1945–2025), American politician from Detroit, Michigan Charles Kilpatrick (athlete) (1874–1921), American athlete Charles Kilpatrick (politician) (1872–1935), trade union president and member of the Queensland Legislative Council Hugh Judson Kilpatrick (1836–1881), American Union Army general; U.S. Minister to Chile J. Max Kilpatrick (1945–2024), American judge and politician James J.
What are the origins of the name Cathal Kilpatrick?
The name Cathal Kilpatrick combines two different traditions: the first name Cathal has Celtic roots, while the surname Kilpatrick originates from English.
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