Cathy
boy nameCathy entered the US charts in 1945, peaked at #1642 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1945–2025
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rank today
#1642
peak (1956)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2750 |
| 1950s | #2202 |
| 1960s | #2568 |
| 1970s | #4147 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Cathy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cathy alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Cathy in 2025?
- Cathy is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cathy most popular?
- Cathy peaked in 1956, reaching #1642 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cathy with classmates?
- Cathy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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