Cathay
girl nameCathay entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #4345 in 1947, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
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rank today
#4345
peak (1947)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4509 |
| 1950s | #5152 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Cathay are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Cathay alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cathay in 2025?
- Cathay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Cathay most popular?
- Cathay peaked in 1947, reaching #4345 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Cathay with classmates?
- Cathay will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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