Katharine
girl name#4878 in 2025Katharine entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #171 in 1880, ranks #4878 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4878
rank today
#171
peak (1880)
27
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #198 |
| 1890s | #238 |
| 1900s | #297 |
| 1910s | #318 |
| 1920s | #429 |
| 1930s | #498 |
| 1940s | #454 |
| 1950s | #464 |
| 1960s | #553 |
| 1970s | #497 |
| 1980s | #315 |
| 1990s | #488 |
| 2000s | #922 |
| 2010s | #2202 |
| 2020s | #4218 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Katharine has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 28,500 people named Katharine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Katharine alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Katharine in 2025?
- Katharine ranks #4878 among US girl names in 2025, with 27 babies given the name.
- When was the name Katharine most popular?
- Katharine peaked in 1880, reaching #171 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Katharine with classmates?
- Katharine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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