Kathy Girl
Origin(s)
English; Greek
Meaning
Greek: Pure; English: Diminutive of Katherine
Historical & Cultural Background
Kathy is often considered a diminutive form of Katherine, which has been a popular name across various cultures. The name Katherine has roots in Greek, where it means 'pure.' Kathy gained popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It reflects a trend of using shorter, more casual forms of traditional names.
Trend Summary
Kathy experienced peak popularity in the 1950s and 1960s in the United States.
Similar Names
Katherine, Kathyann, Katrina, Kaitlyn, Kara, Kendra, Karla, Kassie
Variants
- Kathy
- Kathee
- Kathie
International Variants
- Cati (Catalan)
- Cathy (French)
- Kathy (Spanish)
Famous people named Kathy
Kathy Bates is an American actress known for her roles in films such as 'Misery' and 'The Waterboy.'.
Kathy Griffin is an American comedian and actress recognized for her stand-up comedy and television appearances.
Kathy Ireland is an American model, actress, and entrepreneur who became famous in the 1980s.
Kathy Lee Gifford is an American television host, singer, and songwriter known for her work on 'Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee.'.
Fictional characters named Kathy
Kathy is a character in the film 'The Last Song,' where she plays a significant role in the protagonist's journey.
Kathy is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus,' known for her adventurous spirit.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Kathy was first seen in the United States in 1910. Kathy has ranked as high as #35 nationally which occurred in 1958 and has been most popular in California, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Kathy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Kathy (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| PA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 34 |
| 1927 | 35 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 35 |
| 1930 | 29 |
| 1931 | 40 |
| 1932 | 58 |
| 1933 | 45 |
| 1934 | 79 |
| 1935 | 99 |
| 1936 | 136 |
| 1937 | 157 |
| 1938 | 246 |
| 1939 | 365 |
| 1940 | 604 |
| 1941 | 947 |
| 1942 | 1,537 |
| 1943 | 2,033 |
| 1944 | 2,417 |
| 1945 | 2,753 |
| 1946 | 4,179 |
| 1947 | 5,697 |
| 1948 | 6,148 |
| 1949 | 8,451 |
| 1950 | 9,090 |
| 1951 | 10,406 |
| 1952 | 12,369 |
| 1953 | 13,400 |
| 1954 | 14,175 |
| 1955 | 15,324 |
| 1956 | 17,177 |
| 1957 | 20,235 |
| 1958 | 23,940 |
| 1959 | 21,814 |
| 1960 | 18,479 |
| 1961 | 16,384 |
| 1962 | 14,757 |
| 1963 | 12,216 |
| 1964 | 10,377 |
| 1965 | 7,762 |
| 1966 | 6,319 |
| 1967 | 5,407 |
| 1968 | 4,676 |
| 1969 | 4,751 |
| 1970 | 4,797 |
| 1971 | 3,863 |
| 1972 | 3,032 |
| 1973 | 2,371 |
| 1974 | 1,920 |
| 1975 | 1,689 |
| 1976 | 1,382 |
| 1977 | 1,406 |
| 1978 | 1,134 |
| 1979 | 1,113 |
| 1980 | 1,010 |
| 1981 | 956 |
| 1982 | 879 |
| 1983 | 765 |
| 1984 | 670 |
| 1985 | 617 |
| 1986 | 572 |
| 1987 | 517 |
| 1988 | 522 |
| 1989 | 469 |
| 1990 | 477 |
| 1991 | 472 |
| 1992 | 474 |
| 1993 | 444 |
| 1994 | 455 |
| 1995 | 409 |
| 1996 | 445 |
| 1997 | 389 |
| 1998 | 386 |
| 1999 | 361 |
| 2000 | 379 |
| 2001 | 343 |
| 2002 | 362 |
| 2003 | 308 |
| 2004 | 283 |
| 2005 | 286 |
| 2006 | 293 |
| 2007 | 294 |
| 2008 | 268 |
| 2009 | 204 |
| 2010 | 190 |
| 2011 | 171 |
| 2012 | 176 |
| 2013 | 139 |
| 2014 | 142 |
| 2015 | 126 |
| 2016 | 159 |
| 2017 | 111 |
| 2018 | 91 |
| 2019 | 76 |
| 2020 | 83 |
| 2021 | 72 |
| 2022 | 75 |
| 2023 | 60 |
| 2024 | 64 |