Cathi
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
2,536 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1961 Peak Popularity Year
162 Peak Births

Cathi Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Cathi is an English name derived from the Greek Aikaterine, meaning 'pure'. It evolved through various forms including Catherine and Cath. The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a diminutive for Catherine. It is associated with traits of friendliness and warmth and has several variants like Cathy and Kat. There is no significant biblical relevance.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cathi"

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Pronunciation

/ˈkæθi/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

Cathi is often considered a diminutive form of the name Catherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine.

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Meaning

pure

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Language Evolution

Aikaterine, Catherine, Cath, Cathi

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Historical Usage

Cathi became popular as a feminine name in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often as a nickname for Catherine.

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Variants & Derivatives

Cathy, Kat, Kate, Kathy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Cathi is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and kindness.

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Famous People

Cathi Hanauer, Cathi Stoler

📊 Cathi Name Trend Analysis

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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Cathi Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 162 peak births in 1961

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 22 US states, with strongest presence in California

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cathi"

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 of "Cathi"

"Cathi" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 5254th of 9204 47
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1074th of 12526 1,747
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 2082nd of 19264 654
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 10447th of 27321 88

Regional Popularity of "Cathi" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
- - - -
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - - -
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Cathi" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - 92.70%
1434th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
40.23%
896th/2227
43.25%
1051st/2430
47.95%
1368th/2853
27.93%
775th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
60.40%
1774th/2937
62.16%
2165th/3483
- 60.34%
2440th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Cathi"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Cathi" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Cathi" in the United States

The name Cathi is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cathi has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Cathi' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5254th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1074th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2082nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10447th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Cathi' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.