How popular is the name Katherine in 2025?

Katherine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Katherine most popular?

Katherine peaked in 1904, reaching #723 among US boy names.

Katherine will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Katherine entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #723 in 1904, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#723

peak (1904)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,200 people named Katherine are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Katherine alive today was born around 1971, making them about 54 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Katherine in 2025?: Katherine is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Katherine most popular?: Katherine peaked in 1904, reaching #723 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Katherine with classmates?: Katherine will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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