Girl · 633rd of 12,526
Cathie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
5,586
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1958
Peak Popularity Year
277
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Cathie stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Cathie is a diminutive form of the name Catherine, which has Greek origins meaning 'pure'. It evolved from Aikaterine in Greek, to Caterina in Italian, and Catherine in English. The name became popular in the English-speaking world due to the influence of Saint Catherine. While not a biblical name, it carries a positive connotation and is associated with warmth and friendliness. Variants include Catherine and Kate, and it remains a well-liked name today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkæθi/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Cathie is a diminutive form of the name Catherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine. The name is often associated with the Greek word 'katharos', meaning 'pure'.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine (Greek), Caterina (Italian), Catherine (French/English), Cathie (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world after the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, largely due to the veneration of Saint Catherine.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Kate, Kat, Cathy
Modern Popularity & Image
Cathie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with kindness and warmth. While it is less common than its full form, Catherine, it still holds a positive image.
Famous People
Cathie Black (American publishing executive), Cathie Wood (American investor and CEO of ARK Invest)
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 277 peak births in 1958
Geographic Spread
Popular across 37 US states, with strongest presence in Washington
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 24 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 6 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7989th of 9107 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1358th of 9204 | 587 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 633rd of 12526 | 4,204 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1976th of 19264 | 708 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 12111th of 27321 | 66 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 29526th of 35406 | 11 |