Cathia
Cathia is a girl baby name. Ranked #27,770 in the US, popular nicknames include Cat, Cay, and Catie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Cathia first appeared in US Social Security records in 1980.
Over 34 babies have been named Cathia in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Cathia is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #27,770 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #27,770
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Cathia
Cathia is a girl name .
Cathia is currently ranked #27,770 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Cathia include Cat, Cay, Catie, and Cathie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Cathia 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