Kathy
girl name#3249 in 2025Kathy entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #14 in 1958, ranks #3249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1910–2025
#3249
rank today
#14
peak (1958)
48
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2984 |
| 1920s | #2242 |
| 1930s | #778 |
| 1940s | #120 |
| 1950s | #24 |
| 1960s | #48 |
| 1970s | #154 |
| 1980s | #357 |
| 1990s | #554 |
| 2000s | #865 |
| 2010s | #1646 |
| 2020s | #2637 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kathy has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 282,000 people named Kathy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kathy alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kathy in 2025?
- Kathy ranks #3249 among US girl names in 2025, with 48 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kathy most popular?
- Kathy peaked in 1958, reaching #14 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kathy with classmates?
- Kathy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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