Kathleen Cramer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kathleen Cramer — Greek
657K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kathleen Cramer is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Kathleen is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Kathleen is a female given name, used in English- and Irish-language communities. Sometimes spelled Cathleen, it is an Anglicized form of Caitlín, the Irish form of Cateline, which was the Old French form of Catherine. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, the meaning of which is highly debated (see Katherine). Kathleen was the 8th most popular girls' name in Ireland in 1911, but by 1965 it had sunk to number 18. The surname Cramer: Cramer is an English surname and the Anglicized version of Dutch and Low German Kramer, or German Krämer (pronounced [ˈkʁɛːmɐ]). Both refer to the profession of traveling merchants in the Late Middle Ages. The meaning later changed to "merchants trading with different, rather small things. Anthony Cramer, appellant in Cramer v. United States (U.S. Supreme Court, 1945) Carl Eduard Cramer (1831–1901), Swiss botanist Casey Cramer (born 1982), American football player Chris Cramer (1948–2021), British news journalist and executive Christopher J. Kathleen is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 657K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kathleen reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kathleen

Greek

Kathleen is a female given name, used in English- and Irish-language communities. Sometimes spelled Cathleen, it is an Anglicized form of Caitlín, the Irish form of Cateline, which was the Old French form of Catherine. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, the meaning of which is highly debated (see Katherine). Kathleen was the 8th most popular girls' name in Ireland in 1911, but by 1965 it had sunk to number 18.

Surname: Cramer

English

Cramer is an English surname and the Anglicized version of Dutch and Low German Kramer, or German Krämer (pronounced [ˈkʁɛːmɐ]). Both refer to the profession of traveling merchants in the Late Middle Ages. The meaning later changed to "merchants trading with different, rather small things. Anthony Cramer, appellant in Cramer v. United States (U.S. Supreme Court, 1945) Carl Eduard Cramer (1831–1901), Swiss botanist Casey Cramer (born 1982), American football player Chris Cramer (1948–2021), British news journalist and executive Christopher J.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Kathleen 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 Kathleen by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Kathleen Cramer

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 Kathleen Cramer:

8
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Kathleen?
The first name Kathleen originates from Greek. Kathleen is a female given name, used in English- and Irish-language communities. Sometimes spelled Cathleen, it is an Anglicized form of Caitlín, the Irish form of Cateline, which was the Old French form of Catherine. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, the meaning of which is highly debated (see Katherine). Kathleen was the 8th most popular girls' name in Ireland in 1911, but by 1965 it had sunk to number 18.
When was Kathleen most popular?
The name Kathleen reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cramer?
The surname Cramer originates from English. Cramer is an English surname and the Anglicized version of Dutch and Low German Kramer, or German Krämer (pronounced [ˈkʁɛːmɐ]). Both refer to the profession of traveling merchants in the Late Middle Ages. The meaning later changed to "merchants trading with different, rather small things. Anthony Cramer, appellant in Cramer v. United States (U.S. Supreme Court, 1945) Carl Eduard Cramer (1831–1901), Swiss botanist Casey Cramer (born 1982), American football player Chris Cramer (1948–2021), British news journalist and executive Christopher J.
What are the origins of the name Kathleen Cramer?
The name Kathleen Cramer combines two different traditions: the first name Kathleen has Greek roots, while the surname Cramer originates from English.
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