Catherine Dehaven

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Catherine Dehaven — Greek
578K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Catherine Dehaven is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Catherine is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Katherine (), also spelled Catherine and other variations, is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are popular in countries where large Christian populations exist, because of its associations with one of the earliest Christian saints, Catherine of Alexandria. In the early Christian era it came to be associated with the Greek adjective καθαρός (katharos), meaning 'pure'. This influenced the name's English spelling, giving rise to variants Katharine and Catharine. The spelling with a middle 'a' was more common in the past. The surname Dehaven: Bruce DeHaven (1948–2016), American football coach Carter DeHaven (1886–1977), American actor Carter DeHaven (producer), American film producer David W. DeHaven (1872–1943), Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court Edwin De Haven (1816–1865), United States Navy officer and explorer Flora Parker DeHaven (1883–1950), American actress Gloria DeHaven (1925–2016), American actress Hugh DeHaven (1895–1980), American pilot, engineer and passive safety pioneer John J. De Haven (1849–1913), U.S. Catherine is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 578K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Catherine reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Catherine

Greek

Katherine (), also spelled Catherine and other variations, is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are popular in countries where large Christian populations exist, because of its associations with one of the earliest Christian saints, Catherine of Alexandria. In the early Christian era it came to be associated with the Greek adjective καθαρός (katharos), meaning 'pure'. This influenced the name's English spelling, giving rise to variants Katharine and Catharine. The spelling with a middle 'a' was more common in the past.

Surname: Dehaven

English

Bruce DeHaven (1948–2016), American football coach Carter DeHaven (1886–1977), American actor Carter DeHaven (producer), American film producer David W. DeHaven (1872–1943), Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court Edwin De Haven (1816–1865), United States Navy officer and explorer Flora Parker DeHaven (1883–1950), American actress Gloria DeHaven (1925–2016), American actress Hugh DeHaven (1895–1980), American pilot, engineer and passive safety pioneer John J. De Haven (1849–1913), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Catherine Dehaven

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 Catherine Dehaven:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

3
Personality Number

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

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 Catherine?
The first name Catherine originates from Greek. Katherine (), also spelled Catherine and other variations, is a feminine given name. The name and its variants are popular in countries where large Christian populations exist, because of its associations with one of the earliest Christian saints, Catherine of Alexandria. In the early Christian era it came to be associated with the Greek adjective καθαρός (katharos), meaning 'pure'. This influenced the name's English spelling, giving rise to variants Katharine and Catharine. The spelling with a middle 'a' was more common in the past.
When was Catherine most popular?
The name Catherine reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dehaven?
The surname Dehaven originates from English. Bruce DeHaven (1948–2016), American football coach Carter DeHaven (1886–1977), American actor Carter DeHaven (producer), American film producer David W. DeHaven (1872–1943), Justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court Edwin De Haven (1816–1865), United States Navy officer and explorer Flora Parker DeHaven (1883–1950), American actress Gloria DeHaven (1925–2016), American actress Hugh DeHaven (1895–1980), American pilot, engineer and passive safety pioneer John J. De Haven (1849–1913), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Catherine Dehaven?
The name Catherine Dehaven combines two different traditions: the first name Catherine has Greek roots, while the surname Dehaven originates from English.
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