Edna Catlett

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Edna Catlett — pleasure, delight
305K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Edna Catlett is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Edna is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Edna (Hebrew: עֶדְנָה) is a feminine given name originating from several languages. In Hebrew, it means "pleasure, delight". The name appears in the Biblical apocryphal Book of Tobit as the mother of Sarah and mother in law of Tobias. In Ireland, the name has been used as an Anglicized form of the Irish name Eithne. It is etymologically related to the name Eden. It has been in use in the Anglosphere since the 1600s, when it was often spelled Ednah. The name was particularly well-used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but has since declined in use. The surname Catlett: Buddy Catlett (1933–2014), American jazz saxophonist Charlie Catlett (born 1960), American computer scientist Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), African-American graphic artist and sculptor Gale Catlett (born 1940), American basketball coach John Catlett (fl. from 2010), American politician Juan Mora Catlett (born 1939), Mexican film and documentary director Kyle Catlett (born 2002), American actor Mary Jo Catlett (born 1938), American actress and comedian Sid Catlett (1910–1951), American jazz drummer Walter Catlett (1889–1960), American actor George Catlett Marshall Jr. Edna is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 305K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Edna reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Edna

Meaning: pleasure, delight

Hebrew

Edna (Hebrew: עֶדְנָה) is a feminine given name originating from several languages. In Hebrew, it means "pleasure, delight". The name appears in the Biblical apocryphal Book of Tobit as the mother of Sarah and mother in law of Tobias. In Ireland, the name has been used as an Anglicized form of the Irish name Eithne. It is etymologically related to the name Eden. It has been in use in the Anglosphere since the 1600s, when it was often spelled Ednah. The name was particularly well-used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but has since declined in use.

Surname: Catlett

English

Buddy Catlett (1933–2014), American jazz saxophonist Charlie Catlett (born 1960), American computer scientist Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), African-American graphic artist and sculptor Gale Catlett (born 1940), American basketball coach John Catlett (fl. from 2010), American politician Juan Mora Catlett (born 1939), Mexican film and documentary director Kyle Catlett (born 2002), American actor Mary Jo Catlett (born 1938), American actress and comedian Sid Catlett (1910–1951), American jazz drummer Walter Catlett (1889–1960), American actor George Catlett Marshall Jr.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Edna Catlett

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 Edna Catlett:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Edna?
The first name Edna originates from Hebrew. Edna (Hebrew: עֶדְנָה) is a feminine given name originating from several languages. In Hebrew, it means "pleasure, delight". The name appears in the Biblical apocryphal Book of Tobit as the mother of Sarah and mother in law of Tobias. In Ireland, the name has been used as an Anglicized form of the Irish name Eithne. It is etymologically related to the name Eden. It has been in use in the Anglosphere since the 1600s, when it was often spelled Ednah. The name was particularly well-used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but has since declined in use.
When was Edna most popular?
The name Edna reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Catlett?
The surname Catlett originates from English. Buddy Catlett (1933–2014), American jazz saxophonist Charlie Catlett (born 1960), American computer scientist Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012), African-American graphic artist and sculptor Gale Catlett (born 1940), American basketball coach John Catlett (fl. from 2010), American politician Juan Mora Catlett (born 1939), Mexican film and documentary director Kyle Catlett (born 2002), American actor Mary Jo Catlett (born 1938), American actress and comedian Sid Catlett (1910–1951), American jazz drummer Walter Catlett (1889–1960), American actor George Catlett Marshall Jr.
What are the origins of the name Edna Catlett?
The name Edna Catlett combines two different traditions: the first name Edna has Hebrew roots, while the surname Catlett originates from English.
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