Katia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Katia is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'pure.' It evolved from Aikaterine to Catherine, and then to Katia. The name has gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Slavic countries. Katia is often seen as a feminine and graceful name, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Katia is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Katia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, falling 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, 'Katia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 9454th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2809th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1594th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1191st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1868th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Katia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Katia"
Pronunciation
/ˈkɑːtiə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Katia is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, which is often associated with the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.'
Meaning
pure
Language Evolution
Aikaterine, Catherine, Katherine, Katia
Historical Usage
Katia gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Slavic countries and among French speakers. It is often used as a diminutive form of Ekaterina.
Variants & Derivatives
Katherine, Catherine, Katya, Katia
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Katia is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with femininity and grace.
Famous People
Katia Ricciarelli - Italian soprano, Katia Mann - wife of the German writer Thomas Mann
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Katia"
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 "Katia"
"Katia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 9454th of 12526 | 18 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2809th of 19264 | 414 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1594th of 27321 | 1,421 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1191st of 35406 | 3,083 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1868th of 30306 | 1,309 |
Regional Popularity of "Katia" 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 "Katia" by Generation for Female 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) |
- |
46.60% 1623rd/3483 |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
56.65% 2291st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
59.46% 2191st/3685 |
34.61% 1549th/4475 |
26.80% 1392nd/5194 |
20.50% 1295th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.47% 1717th/4582 |
30.71% 1586th/5164 |
14.26% 1043rd/7313 |
13.27% 990th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.74% 2141st/3984 |
56.56% 2538th/4487 |
25.05% 1709th/6822 |
23.79% 1493rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Katia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Katia" 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.