Girl · 1220th of 9,107
Kittie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
2,467
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1889
Peak Popularity Year
63
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Kittie 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
Kittie is an English diminutive of the name Katherine, which originates from the Greek Aikaterine and is associated with the meaning 'pure.' The name has evolved through various forms before arriving at its modern usage as Kittie. It is youthful and playful in image, with historical popularity peaking in the late 19th century. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈkɪti/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kittie is a diminutive form of the name Katherine, which is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine. The name has been associated with the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.'
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine (Greek), Catherine (Latin), Katherine (Old French), Kittie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Kittie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries as a casual and affectionate form of Katherine.
Variants & Derivatives
Kit, Katherine, Kathy, Katie
Modern Popularity & Image
Kittie is seen as a charming and endearing name, often associated with youthful energy and playfulness.
Famous People
Kittie, the Canadian metal band, Kittie, a fictional character in various media
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 63 peak births in 1889
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 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 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1220th of 9107 | 683 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1879th of 9204 | 349 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2337th of 12526 | 430 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5505th of 19264 | 147 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16330th of 27321 | 32 |