Kataleya

How to say it

ˌkɑː.təˈleɪ.ə

What it means

A spelling of Cataleya, from the cattleya orchid, named for botanist William Cattley.

Kataleya is a K-spelling of Cataleya, taken from the cattleya orchid, a lush tropical flower named for the English botanist William Cattley. The 2011 film Colombiana put the name on the map through its heroine Cataleya. Exotic and blooming, it is especially loved in Latino families. Said kah-tah-LAY-ah.

How to spell Kataleya

The standard spelling is Kataleya. Common variants include Cataleya, Cattleya, Katalea, but Kataleya is the most widely used form.

Heads-up notes

• Spelling

  A spelling of Cataleya; from the cattleya orchid.

• Pop culture

  Cataleya, the heroine of the film Colombiana.

Spelling variants

• Cataleya
• Cattleya
• Katalea

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Common questions

What does the name Kataleya mean?

A spelling of Cataleya, from the cattleya orchid, named for botanist William Cattley.

What does Kataleya mean in Spanish?

In Spanish, Kataleya means "The cattleya orchid." Kataleya is a K-spelling of Cataleya, taken from the cattleya orchid, a lush tropical flower named for the English botanist William Cattley. The 2011 film Colombiana put the name on the map through its heroine Cataleya. Exotic and blooming, it is especially loved in Latino families. Said kah-tah-LAY-ah.

How do you pronounce Kataleya?

Kataleya is pronounced ˌkɑː.təˈleɪ.ə. Say it as ka-ta-LE-ya, with the stress on the "le" syllable.

How do you spell Kataleya?

The standard spelling is Kataleya. Common spelling variants include Cataleya, Cattleya, Katalea.

Is Kataleya a boy or girl name?

Kataleya is traditionally a feminine name.

How popular is the name Kataleya?

Kataleya ranked #459 in the U.S. in 2025, according to Social Security Administration data.