Declining since 1985.
Popularity of Kaity since 1979
Babies named Kaity per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 176 |
| 1990s | 109 |
| 2000s | 91 |
| 2010s | 72 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Kaity is a modern respelling of the classic nickname Katie, which itself derives from Katherine. First recorded in the U.S. in 1979, the name saw its peak popularity in 1983, when it was given to more babies than any year before or since. Since 1985, however, its usage has declined, trailing off into very rare territory by 2025. While not common enough to rank in national statistics, Kaity's trajectory reflects the broader pattern of creative spellings that briefly rose in the 1980s and then fell out of fashion. The name has never been strongly associated with any particular state, remaining a scattered choice across the country.
Kaity is a modern respelling of Katie, itself a diminutive of Katherine. The name Katherine has Greek origins, derived from 'katharos' meaning 'pure'. This spelling variant emerged in the late 20th century as part of the trend of alternative spellings for traditional names. It has been used in the United States since at least 1979.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kate, Katie
Sibling names for Kaity
Names that share Kaity's style, for a brother or sister.
