Cathey
Pronunciation: [ k-ATH-ee ]
Cathey is a girl baby name. Ranked #66,230 in the US, popular nicknames include Cat, Cay, and Catie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Cathey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,800 babies have been named Cathey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cathey is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #66,230 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #66,230
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Cathey
Cathey is a girl name .
Cathey is currently ranked #66,230 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cathey include Cat, Cay, Catie, and Cathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cathey include Catherine . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis