Declining since 2019, #10,917 for girls today.
Popularity of Catori since 2003
Babies named Catori per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 76 |
| 2010s | 153 |
| 2020s | 111 |
Meaning & origin
Catori is a name of Hopi origin, often translated as 'spirit' or 'soul,' and it has been in occasional use in the United States since 2003. Its modern usage reflects a broader interest in nature-inspired and indigenous names. The name reached its highest popularity in 2018, ranking 10,917, and has since declined, with a trajectory of falling since 2019. Approximately 1 in 200,908 children received the name in 2025. While not among the most common names, its unique sound and cultural significance give it a distinctive appeal. No top states for the name have been recorded, indicating its rarity across the country.
Catori is a name of Hopi origin, often said to mean 'spirit' or 'soul'. It is part of a broader trend of Native American names entering English-speaking usage. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 2003 and has seen modest use since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Cate, Tori, Catori
Sibling names for Catori
Names that share Catori's style, for a brother or sister.
