Kathryn
girl name#729 in 2025Kathryn entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #45 in 1951, ranks #729 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#729
rank today
#45
peak (1951)
381
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #93 |
| 1890s | #90 |
| 1900s | #84 |
| 1910s | #66 |
| 1920s | #83 |
| 1930s | #108 |
| 1940s | #70 |
| 1950s | #55 |
| 1960s | #91 |
| 1970s | #89 |
| 1980s | #50 |
| 1990s | #76 |
| 2000s | #137 |
| 2010s | #337 |
| 2020s | #648 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kathryn has been most popular in TX, PA, CA.
Living bearers
About 321,000 people named Kathryn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kathryn alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kathryn in 2025?
- Kathryn ranks #729 among US girl names in 2025, with 381 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kathryn most popular?
- Kathryn peaked in 1951, reaching #45 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kathryn with classmates?
- Kathryn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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