Katy
girl name#2691 in 2025Katy entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #351 in 1987, ranks #2691 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2691
rank today
#351
peak (1987)
64
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #911 |
| 1890s | #925 |
| 1900s | #869 |
| 1910s | #1072 |
| 1920s | #1031 |
| 1930s | #961 |
| 1940s | #963 |
| 1950s | #1068 |
| 1960s | #880 |
| 1970s | #695 |
| 1980s | #391 |
| 1990s | #668 |
| 2000s | #1069 |
| 2010s | #1543 |
| 2020s | #2309 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Katy has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 18,500 people named Katy are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Katy alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Katy in 2025?
- Katy ranks #2691 among US girl names in 2025, with 64 babies given the name.
- When was the name Katy most popular?
- Katy peaked in 1987, reaching #351 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Katy with classmates?
- Katy will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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