Kathleen Jun

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kathleen Jun — Greek
657K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kathleen Jun 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 Jun: Jun, stage name of Lee Jun-young, South Korean singer and actor, member of the boy band U-KISS Jun (Chinese entertainer), Chinese singer and actor, member of the Korean boy band Seventeen Jun (given name), a common Japanese given name Jun, form of the Korean given name Joon (Korean name) As a surname: Jun, form of the Korean family name Jeon (Korean surname) Jun, form of the Korean family name Joon (Korean name) Jun, form of the Chinese given name Joon (Chinese name) Jun., abbreviation of Junior (suffix), epithet marking a younger person bearing an identical name c-jun, a protein encoded by ge. 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: Jun

Vietnamese

Jun, stage name of Lee Jun-young, South Korean singer and actor, member of the boy band U-KISS Jun (Chinese entertainer), Chinese singer and actor, member of the Korean boy band Seventeen Jun (given name), a common Japanese given name Jun, form of the Korean given name Joon (Korean name) As a surname: Jun, form of the Korean family name Jeon (Korean surname) Jun, form of the Korean family name Joon (Korean name) Jun, form of the Chinese given name Joon (Chinese name) Jun., abbreviation of Junior (suffix), epithet marking a younger person bearing an identical name c-jun, a protein encoded by ge.

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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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Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 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 Jun?
The surname Jun originates from Vietnamese. Jun, stage name of Lee Jun-young, South Korean singer and actor, member of the boy band U-KISS Jun (Chinese entertainer), Chinese singer and actor, member of the Korean boy band Seventeen Jun (given name), a common Japanese given name Jun, form of the Korean given name Joon (Korean name) As a surname: Jun, form of the Korean family name Jeon (Korean surname) Jun, form of the Korean family name Joon (Korean name) Jun, form of the Chinese given name Joon (Chinese name) Jun., abbreviation of Junior (suffix), epithet marking a younger person bearing an identical name c-jun, a protein encoded by ge.
What are the origins of the name Kathleen Jun?
The name Kathleen Jun combines two different traditions: the first name Kathleen has Greek roots, while the surname Jun originates from Vietnamese.
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