Kathe Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationKAH-thay / /ˈkæθ.eɪ/Greek; German
Meaning
Greek: pure; German: a diminutive of Katharina
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Kathe is often considered a diminutive of Katharina, which has roots in Greek, meaning 'pure.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in German-speaking countries. The name has historical significance due to its association with saints and royalty throughout history.
Similar Names
Variants
- Kathy
- Kat
- Katia
International Variants
- Catarina (Portuguese)
- Catherine (French)
- Katarina (Slavic)
Famous people named Kathe
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Fictional characters named Kathe
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kathe was first seen in the United States in 1940. Kathe has ranked as high as #969 nationally, which occurred in 1951, and has been most popular in New York, California, Ohio, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Kathe has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kathe (1966)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1940 | 13 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 26 |
| 1944 | 46 |
| 1945 | 36 |
| 1946 | 52 |
| 1947 | 37 |
| 1948 | 53 |
| 1949 | 47 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 56 |
| 1952 | 49 |
| 1953 | 42 |
| 1954 | 39 |
| 1955 | 47 |
| 1956 | 55 |
| 1957 | 34 |
| 1958 | 41 |
| 1959 | 43 |
| 1960 | 39 |
| 1961 | 30 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 18 |
| 1964 | 17 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 24 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 9 |
| 1970 | 14 |
| 1971 | 12 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |