Holding steady.
Popularity of Cathe since 1942
Babies named Cathe per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 57 |
| 1950s | 142 |
| 1960s | 50 |
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cathe is a rare feminine name, a short form of Catherine. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1942 and saw its highest usage in 1954, though it has never reached the top 1000. The name has remained stable in usage since the 1950s, with no recorded usage in recent years. As a diminutive, Cathe shares the etymological meaning of Catherine, associated with the Greek word for 'pure', though the ultimate origin is debated. Its spelling and simplicity make it a concise variant of the classic Catherine.
Cathe is an English diminutive of Catherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine. The name Catherine has been associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning 'pure', though its exact origin is debated. Cathe emerged as a nickname in the mid-20th century, particularly during the 1950s when it peaked in usage.
Sibling names for Cathe
Names that share Cathe's style, for a brother or sister.
