US Popularity Rank: 620

Origin: British

Meaning: Cattley's flower

Flowers have long been synonymous with natural beauty and joyfulness, so why not give your baby a name that brilliantly symbolizes that? Cataleya, a gender-neutral moniker with British and Spanish roots, has an evocative, floral-inspired quality that you’re sure to admire. It derives its name from a genus of orchids discovered by celebrated British horticulturist William Cattley, and gained popularity thanks to a character in the hit film Colombiana. Indeed, Cataleya is a name that celebrates life’s beauty, making it a perfect pick for your little one.