Kattie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Kattie has its roots in the Greek name Aikaterine, which means 'pure' or 'clear'. It evolved through various forms, including Catherine and Katherine, before becoming popular as Kattie in modern English. The name is often associated with positive traits such as friendliness and charm, and while it does not have a biblical background, it has seen notable usage in contemporary culture.
The name Kattie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Kattie 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, 'Kattie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 774th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 934th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1748th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3252nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2035th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4539th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13614th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Kattie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kattie"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæti/
Origin
English
Etymology
Kattie is a diminutive form of Katherine, which is derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, possibly meaning 'pure' or 'clear'.
Meaning
pure, clear
Language Evolution
Aikaterine (Greek), Catherine (Latin/French), Katherine (Middle English), Kattie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Kattie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a familiar form of Katherine, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Katherine, Catherine, Kate, Kat, Kitty
Modern Popularity & Image
Kattie is seen as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with youthfulness and charm.
Famous People
Kattie Hargrove, an American artist and designer, Kattie W. Smith, an American author and poet
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kattie"
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 "Kattie"
"Kattie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 774th of 9107 | 1,572 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 934th of 9204 | 1,114 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1748th of 12526 | 693 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3252nd of 19264 | 333 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2035th of 27321 | 973 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4539th of 35406 | 472 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13614th of 30306 | 68 |
Regional Popularity of "Kattie" 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 "Kattie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
21.26% 503rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
24.65% 580th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
36.77% 1049th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
95.27% 2798th/2937 |
- |
95.37% 3355th/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.34% 2113th/3685 |
64.72% 2896th/4475 |
47.29% 2456th/5194 |
39.16% 2474th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
73.68% 5388th/7313 |
47.59% 3552nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kattie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kattie" 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.