Find out how popular the first name Catina has been for the last 38 years (from 1974 to 2011) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Catina by gender

Based on the last 38 years of data, Catina is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2011, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Catina.

The history of the first name Catina

The name Catina is of Latin origin, derived from the feminine form of the name Catinus, which means "bowl" or "basin" in Latin. The name likely originated during the Roman Empire period, around the 1st century AD.

In ancient Roman culture, the name Catina may have been associated with household duties or domestic responsibilities, as bowls and basins were commonly used in households for cooking and serving food. However, there are no known historical records or ancient texts that specifically mention the name Catina.

The earliest recorded use of the name Catina can be traced back to the 5th century AD, when a Roman woman named Catina was mentioned in a legal document from the city of Ravenna, Italy. This document is currently housed in the Archivio di Stato di Ravenna (State Archives of Ravenna).

Throughout history, there have been a few notable individuals named Catina:

1. Catina Falta (born 1808, died 1887) was an Italian painter and artist from Milan, known for her portraits and religious works.

2. Catina Clementi (born 1690, died 1761) was an Italian composer and harpsichordist from Rome, who composed several operas and chamber works.

3. Catina Vigo (born 1590, died 1648) was a Spanish nun and mystic from Seville, known for her writings on spiritual matters and her devotion to the Virgin Mary.

4. Catina Bartolozzi (born 1720, died 1796) was an Italian engraver and printmaker from Florence, whose works were widely celebrated in her lifetime.

5. Catina Cornaro (born 1454, died 1510) was a Venetian noblewoman who briefly reigned as the last Queen of Cyprus from 1474 to 1489, before ceding the island to the Republic of Venice.

While the name Catina is not a common name in modern times, it has a rich historical background rooted in ancient Roman culture and has been borne by notable individuals throughout history, particularly in Italy and other parts of Europe.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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