Feminine dossier · first seen 1880
Kathleen
Endangered
Down 99.2% from peak
Peak era
1951
Peak births
26,716
Current vitality
Fragile
Peak generation
Boomer
1880Peak 19512025
Quick answers about Kathleen
How many people are named Kathleen?
An estimated 487,137 living Americans are named Kathleen.
How rare is Kathleen?
Kathleen is uncommon among babies today, with 201 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 99.2% from its 1951 peak.
How old is the typical Kathleen?
The median age of a living American named Kathleen is approximately 68 years, with most bearers falling between 57 and 75 years old.
Is Kathleen still popular?
No. Kathleen is endangered as a baby name, down 99.2% from its 1951 peak with 201 births in 2025.
Peak year
1951
Decline from peak
99.2%
2025
201
All-time
713,645