Declining since 1997, #5,410 for girls today.
Popularity of Kathia since 1954
Babies named Kathia per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 52 |
| 1980s | 123 |
| 1990s | 435 |
| 2000s | 442 |
| 2010s | 299 |
| 2020s | 124 |
Meaning & origin
Kathia first appeared U.S. records in 1954, and its popularity peaked in 1996, the year it ranked highest. Since 1997, its usage has been gradually declining. In 2025, it ranked 5,410 with an incidence of 1 in 69,881 births, making it a relatively uncommon choice. The name has been most popular in California, the top state for Kathia. As a variant of Katherine, it carries the classic meaning of 'pure' while offering a more distinctive spelling.
Kathia is a variant of Katherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterinē. The meaning has long been associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning 'pure'. The name spread widely through the cult of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th-century martyr, and has numerous spelling variants across languages. Kathia emerged as a distinct form, particularly in French and Spanish-speaking regions.
Where Kathia is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Kathy, Kat, Kathi, Kia
Sibling names for Kathia
Names that share Kathia's style, for a brother or sister.
