Katalaya is a unique and exotic name of African origin. It is derived from the Swahili language, which is spoken widely in East Africa. The name Katalaya is composed of two elements: "kata" meaning "to cut or divide" and "laya" meaning "peace". Therefore, the name Katalaya translates to "divided peace".
The history behind the name Katalaya is not well-documented, but it is believed that it was a traditional name given to girls in some African communities. It might have been chosen for its unique sound or perhaps it held special significance for the parents who named their daughter Katalaya.
Today, Katalaya is still a relatively rare name outside of Africa, but it has gained some popularity in recent years as more people seek out unique and meaningful names for their children. Despite its rarity, Katalaya remains a beautiful and distinctive name with a rich cultural heritage behind it.
The name Katalaya has been given to a total of 420 babies in the United States between the years 2012 and 2023. The popularity of this name has varied from year to year, with a peak of 56 births in 2014. Since then, the number of newborns named Katalaya has decreased slightly, with an average of around 35 births per year over the past five years. Despite its relatively low ranking among popular baby names, Katalaya remains a unique and distinctive choice for parents looking for something special for their child's name.