Buffy vs Kathry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathry

Girl #36,255 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure"

Origin: Greek (katharos)

Cultural Roots

English American Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#36,255
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Kath, Kat

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Buffy Rank #16,961
Kathry Rank #36,255

Buffy is more popular, ranked #16961 vs #36255 for Kathry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Buffy ___

No pairings available yet.

Kathry ___

  • Kathry Rose
  • Kathry Ann
  • Kathry Grace
  • Kathry Jean
  • Kathry Mae

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Buffy

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If you choose Kathry

William Margaret Eleanor Thomas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buffy or Kathry more popular?

Buffy is more popular, ranked #16961 compared to Kathry at #36255 in the United States.

What do Buffy and Kathry mean?

Kathry means "pure" (Greek (katharos) origin).

Are Buffy and Kathry boy or girl names?

Buffy is primarily a boy name. Kathry is primarily a girl name.

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