Kat Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKat / kætEnglish; Greek; Latin
Meaning
Pure (Greek); From the city of Kat (Latin)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kat is often considered a diminutive of Katherine, which has roots in Greek. Katherine was popularized by early saints and has been widely used in various cultures. The name has evolved into various forms and remains a common choice for girls. In modern times, Kat is often used as a standalone name, reflecting a trend towards shorter, more casual names.
Trend Summary
The name Kat has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often influenced by trends in diminutive names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Katya
- Kathy
- Katie
International Variants
- Katia (Italian)
- Catherine (French)
- Katarina (Slavic)
Famous people named Kat
Kat Von D is an American tattoo artist, model, and television personality known for her work on the reality show 'LA Ink.'.
Fictional characters named Kat
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kat was first seen in the United States in 2007. Kat has ranked as high as #1379 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Kat has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kat
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |