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Katniss

Girl Name #14,276 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Katniss is a girl name, recorded for 8 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Katniss often also consider Katherine, Katie, Kate .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #14,276
Total SSA Count: 8

Nicknames

Kat Kay Katie Katnie

Similar Names

Katherine Katie Kate Kathryn Katharine Kathleen Kathrine Kattie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Katniss

Is Katniss a boy or girl name?

Katniss is primarily used as a girl name.

How popular is the name Katniss?

Katniss is currently ranked #14276 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Katniss?

Common nicknames for Katniss include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Katnie.

Is Katniss a common or rare name?

Katniss is an uncommon name, ranked #14276 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Katniss

Katniss is a girl name .

Katniss is currently ranked #14,276 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Katniss include Kat, Kay, Katie, and Katnie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.