Cathy vs Charlotte

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cathy

Girl #6,151 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"pure"

Origin: Greek katharos

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,151
Total SSA Count
20
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cat

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Cathy Rank #6,151
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #6151 for Cathy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cathy ___

  • Cathy Ann
  • Cathy Marie
  • Cathy Jane
  • Cathy Louise
  • Cathy Lynn

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cathy

Patty Judy Linda Bobby Danny

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Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cathy or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Cathy at #6151 in the United States.

What do Cathy and Charlotte mean?

Cathy means "pure" (Greek katharos origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Cathy and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Cathy is primarily a girl name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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