Kittie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
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.
The name Kittie is most popular in Tennessee, 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, Kittie has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Kittie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1220th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1879th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2337th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5505th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16330th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Kittie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Kittie"
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
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Kittie"
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 "Kittie"
"Kittie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Regional Popularity of "Kittie" 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 "Kittie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
49.66% 1175th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
75.18% 1769th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
73.41% 2037th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Kittie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Kittie" 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.