Kathleen vs Virginia
Comparing Kathleen and Virginia? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Kathleen ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Irish naming roots (meaning "Pure"). Virginia sits in the Top 100 tier with Latin origins (meaning "Maidenly, pure").
Kathleen
- Meaning: Pure
- Origin: Irish
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Kathleen name page
Virginia
- Meaning: Maidenly, pure
- Origin: Latin
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Virginia name page
Which name is more popular: Kathleen or Virginia?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Kathleen ranks higher (Top 100) than Virginia (Top 100).