Kathryn Needham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Kathryn Needham — English
363K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Kathryn Needham is a name that combines English origins. The first name Kathryn is a feminine given name of English origin. Kathryn Beaumont (born 1938), English voice actress and school teacher best known for her Disney animation film works Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress and recording artist Kathryn Bigelow (born 1951), American film director, first woman to win the Academy Award, BAFTA, and DGA award for Best Director Kathryn Busby, American television and film executive Kathryn Cressida also known as "Kat" Cressida (born 1968), American voice actress Kathryn Crosby (1933 – 2024), American actress and singer who performed her most memorable roles under her birth-name Kathryn Grant Kathryn Drysdale. The surname Needham: Alicia Adélaide Needham (1863–1945), Irish composer Arthur Needham (1859–1915), Washington State pioneer Ben Needham, British infant missing since 1991 Col Needham, co-founder of the Internet Movie Database David Needham, English football player Elizabeth Needham, English procuress and brothel-keeper of 18th-century London Ernest Needham (1873–1936), English football player Francis Needham, 3rd Earl of Kilmorey (1842–1915), 3rd Earl of Kilmorey Sir Frederick Needham (1835–1924), English physician George Needham (teacher) (1804 –1894), Australian teacher Hal Needham, American stuntman Henry Bea. Kathryn is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 363K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Kathryn reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Kathryn

English

Kathryn Beaumont (born 1938), English voice actress and school teacher best known for her Disney animation film works Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress and recording artist Kathryn Bigelow (born 1951), American film director, first woman to win the Academy Award, BAFTA, and DGA award for Best Director Kathryn Busby, American television and film executive Kathryn Cressida also known as "Kat" Cressida (born 1968), American voice actress Kathryn Crosby (1933 – 2024), American actress and singer who performed her most memorable roles under her birth-name Kathryn Grant Kathryn Drysdale.

Surname: Needham

Irish

Alicia Adélaide Needham (1863–1945), Irish composer Arthur Needham (1859–1915), Washington State pioneer Ben Needham, British infant missing since 1991 Col Needham, co-founder of the Internet Movie Database David Needham, English football player Elizabeth Needham, English procuress and brothel-keeper of 18th-century London Ernest Needham (1873–1936), English football player Francis Needham, 3rd Earl of Kilmorey (1842–1915), 3rd Earl of Kilmorey Sir Frederick Needham (1835–1924), English physician George Needham (teacher) (1804 –1894), Australian teacher Hal Needham, American stuntman Henry Bea.

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Geographic Distribution

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

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Notable People Named Kathryn Needham

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 Kathryn Needham:

3
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Kathryn?
The first name Kathryn originates from English. Kathryn Beaumont (born 1938), English voice actress and school teacher best known for her Disney animation film works Kathryn Bernardo (born 1996), Filipina actress and recording artist Kathryn Bigelow (born 1951), American film director, first woman to win the Academy Award, BAFTA, and DGA award for Best Director Kathryn Busby, American television and film executive Kathryn Cressida also known as "Kat" Cressida (born 1968), American voice actress Kathryn Crosby (1933 – 2024), American actress and singer who performed her most memorable roles under her birth-name Kathryn Grant Kathryn Drysdale.
When was Kathryn most popular?
The name Kathryn reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Needham?
The surname Needham originates from Irish. Alicia Adélaide Needham (1863–1945), Irish composer Arthur Needham (1859–1915), Washington State pioneer Ben Needham, British infant missing since 1991 Col Needham, co-founder of the Internet Movie Database David Needham, English football player Elizabeth Needham, English procuress and brothel-keeper of 18th-century London Ernest Needham (1873–1936), English football player Francis Needham, 3rd Earl of Kilmorey (1842–1915), 3rd Earl of Kilmorey Sir Frederick Needham (1835–1924), English physician George Needham (teacher) (1804 –1894), Australian teacher Hal Needham, American stuntman Henry Bea.
What are the origins of the name Kathryn Needham?
The name Kathryn Needham combines two different traditions: the first name Kathryn has English roots, while the surname Needham originates from Irish.
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