Rising since 2020.
Popularity of Katey since 1949
Babies named Katey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 23 |
| 1960s | 51 |
| 1970s | 200 |
| 1980s | 665 |
| 1990s | 782 |
| 2000s | 460 |
| 2010s | 155 |
| 2020s | 18 |
Meaning & origin
Katey is a variant spelling of Katie, a classic diminutive of Katherine. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1949 and, while never common, it reached its highest usage in 1992, its peak year. After a period of decline, Katey has seen a resurgence since 2020, consistent with a broader revival of vintage nickname names. Katey remains a rare choice, with a one-in-N rate of undefined, making it a distinctive alternative to the more familiar Katie or Katy.
Katey is a variant spelling of Katie, itself a diminutive of Katherine or Catherine. The name Katherine derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, of uncertain origin, but later associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning 'pure'. Kyley emerged as a spelling variant in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kate
Sibling names for Katey
Names that share Katey's style, for a brother or sister.
