Kathey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Kathey is an English diminutive of Katherine, which derives from the Greek 'Aikaterine', meaning 'pure'. The name evolved through several forms including Catherine and Katherine before becoming modernized as Kathey. It carries traits of warmth and creativity, with a rich historical context but no direct biblical significance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kathey"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæθi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kathey is a diminutive form of the name Katherine, which has roots in the Greek name 'Aikaterine'. The name is often associated with purity and has been popularized through various historical and religious figures.
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine (Greek), Catherine (Latin and Old French), Katherine (Middle English), Kathey (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, leading to various forms and derivatives of the name being widely used in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Catherine, Katherine, Kitty, Kate, Kat
Modern Popularity & Image
Kathey is viewed as a modern and approachable name, often associated with a friendly and creative personality. It is less common than its variants but retains a certain charm.
Famous People
Kathey M. M. G. H. Kustom, Kathey P. H. R. D. C. Smith
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 126 peak births in 1956
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 US states, with strongest presence in Tennessee
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kathey"
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 "Kathey"
"Kathey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3628th of 9204 | 116 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1249th of 12526 | 1,302 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4818th of 19264 | 182 |
Regional Popularity of "Kathey" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Kathey" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
85.13% 2003rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
78.49% 1748th/2227 |
- |
30.53% 871st/2853 |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
73.56% 2588th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kathey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kathey" 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 "Kathey" in the United States
The name Kathey is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the South 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, Kathey has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kathey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3628th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1249th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4818th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Kathey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.