Katherine
girl name#186 in 2025Katherine entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #25 in 1991, ranks #186 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#186
rank today
#25
peak (1991)
1,670
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #54 |
| 1890s | #63 |
| 1900s | #62 |
| 1910s | #52 |
| 1920s | #63 |
| 1930s | #98 |
| 1940s | #78 |
| 1950s | #66 |
| 1960s | #80 |
| 1970s | #56 |
| 1980s | #32 |
| 1990s | #30 |
| 2000s | #39 |
| 2010s | #87 |
| 2020s | #165 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Katherine has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 487,000 people named Katherine are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Katherine alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Katherine in 2025?
- Katherine ranks #186 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,670 babies given the name.
- When was the name Katherine most popular?
- Katherine peaked in 1991, reaching #25 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Katherine with classmates?
- Katherine will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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