Kathryn
boy nameKathryn entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #885 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1898–2025
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rank today
#885
peak (1898)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #885 |
| 1910s | #2618 |
| 1920s | #3320 |
| 1930s | #2458 |
| 1940s | #2430 |
| 1950s | #2321 |
| 1960s | #2121 |
| 1970s | #3107 |
| 1980s | #2076 |
| 1990s | #6248 |
| 2000s | #9829 |
Living bearers
About 800 people named Kathryn are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kathryn alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kathryn most popular?
- Kathryn peaked in 1898, reaching #885 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kathryn with classmates?
- Kathryn will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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