Rising since 2020.
Popularity of Kati since 1953
Babies named Kati per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 49 |
| 1960s | 141 |
| 1970s | 555 |
| 1980s | 2,094 |
| 1990s | 1,364 |
| 2000s | 425 |
| 2010s | 116 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Kati is a name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1953, but it has never been a common choice. Its peak year of usage was 1986, showing some modest popularity during that decade. Since 2020, the name has been on a slight upward trend, though its overall rarity remains. Kati is a diminutive form of Katherine, a name with Greek origins meaning 'pure', and it has been used independently in several European cultures, especially in Hungary, Germany, and Finland. Parents drawn to short, lively names may find Kati appealing as a straightforward alternative to the more common Katie or Katy.
Kati is a diminutive of Katherine, a name of Greek origin derived from 'katharos' meaning 'pure'. It has been used independently in English, German, Hungarian and Finnish contexts. In Hungary it is a common standalone given name, while in English and German it is primarily a nickname for Catherine or its variants.
Nicknames & variants
Sibling names for Kati
Names that share Kati's style, for a brother or sister.
