Kitty
Pronunciation: [ k-IHT-ee ]
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Kitty first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 5,485 babies have been named Kitty in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kitty is past its peak , currently ranked #39,079 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #39,079
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Kitty
Kitty is a girl name .
Kitty is currently ranked #39,079 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Kitty include Kit, Kiy, Kiie, and Kitkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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