Holding steady.
Popularity of Cathey since 1939
Babies named Cathey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 410 |
| 1950s | 1,200 |
| 1960s | 477 |
| 1970s | 108 |
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Cathey is a variant spelling of Cathy first recorded in the U.S. in 1939. It reached its peak in 1953, ranking among the top 1000 names at that time. However, the name has since declined in usage and is now relatively rare. Its trajectory is stable but minimal, reflecting the shift away from mid-century diminutives. The name exemplifies the popularity of 'Cathy' variants during the mid-20th century.
Cathey is a variant spelling of Cathy, itself a diminutive of Catherine. Catherine derives from the Greek Aikaterine, of uncertain origin, traditionally associated with katharos meaning 'pure'. The spelling Cathey emerged as a phonetic variant in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cat
Sibling names for Cathey
Names that share Cathey's style, for a brother or sister.
