Kathy
boy nameKathy entered the US charts in 1942, peaked at #1075 in 1957, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1942–2025
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rank today
#1075
peak (1957)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #2450 |
| 1950s | #1485 |
| 1960s | #1738 |
| 1970s | #3858 |
| 1980s | #5953 |
Living bearers
About 600 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kathy most popular?
- Kathy peaked in 1957, reaching #1075 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kathy with classmates?
- Kathy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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