Kathe
girl nameKathe entered the US charts in 1940, peaked at #1153 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1940–2025
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rank today
#1153
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #1666 |
| 1950s | #1541 |
| 1960s | #3053 |
| 1970s | #5856 |
| 1980s | #10312 |
| 1990s | #12694 |
| 2000s | #14992 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Kathe are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kathe alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kathe in 2025?
- Kathe is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Kathe most popular?
- Kathe peaked in 1944, reaching #1153 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kathe with classmates?
- Kathe will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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