CATHY
The meaning of the unisex name Cathy is
Details on CATHY:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Popularity for Girl:
- 11,117th in the USA (top 35%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 14,266th in the USA (bottom 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
20 births
CATHY as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
CATHY as a BOY in 1974
The meaning(s) of CATHY:
The name Cathy is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Cathy is: Form of the Greek Catherine meaning 'pure'.
The name Cathy is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Cathy is: Form of the Greek Catherine meaning 'pure'.
The name Cathy is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Cathy is: Pure, clear. Form of the Latin Katharina, from the Greek Aikaterina.
The name Cathy is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Cathy is: Pure, clear. Form of the Latin 'Katharina', from the Greek 'Aikaterina'. It was borne by a number of saints, including St Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th century martyr who suffered torture on a spiked wheel.
The name Cathy is an Irish baby name. In Irish the meaning of the name Cathy is: Pure. Clear. From the Gaelic form Caitlin.
The name Cathy is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Cathy is: Thisor Kathleen is sometimes used as an independent name. Form of the Greek Catherine meaning pure.
USA SSA birth(s) for CATHY:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name CATHY
CATHY as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 20 births |
| 2023 | 25 births |
| 2022 | 20 births |
| 2021 | 22 births |
| 2020 | 32 births |
| 2019 | 30 births |
| 2018 | 44 births |
| 2017 | 31 births |
| 2016 | 53 births |
| 2015 | 64 births |
| 2014 | 48 births |
| 2013 | 59 births |
| 2012 | 56 births |
| 2011 | 47 births |
| 2010 | 52 births |
| 2009 | 56 births |
CATHY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 births |
| 1973 | 5 births |
| 1971 | 9 births |
| 1970 | 11 births |
| 1969 | 10 births |
| 1968 | 7 births |
| 1967 | 8 births |
| 1966 | 11 births |
| 1965 | 5 births |
| 1964 | 18 births |
| 1963 | 10 births |
| 1962 | 20 births |
| 1961 | 19 births |
| 1960 | 21 births |
| 1959 | 23 births |
| 1958 | 19 births |
About the name CATHY
Cathy, a name that gently rolls off the tongue, is a diminutive of Catherine, rooted in the Greek word "katharos," meaning "pure." This timeless name resonates with warmth and kindness, evoking images of sunny days and nurturing hearts. With its rich history, Cathy has found favor across various cultures, from the English-speaking countries like the United States and the United Kingdom to its French counterpart, Catherine, cherished in France and beyond. In each context, Cathy symbolizes purity and strength, often associated with figures of grace and resilience. This name has graced literary works, from classics to contemporary tales, lending an air of familiarity and affection. With its inviting sound and profound meaning, Cathy is a lovely choice for a baby, embodying both a sense of belonging and a promise of brightness in life's journey.
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