Kathleen as a name
Kathleen is a feminine given name with Irish origins. It is a combination of the name Katherine, which means “pure” or “clear,” and the Irish Gaelic word “leen,” which means “little.” Kathleen became a popular name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia.
Famous people with the name Kathleen include Kathleen Turner, an American actress; Kathleen Hanna, an American musician and feminist activist; and Kathleen Kennedy, an American film producer and president of Lucasfilm.
