The nameCathie
Cathie is a nickname for Catherine, mostly given in France in the 1960s.
- Girl's name
- Greek
- Feast day
Meaning
Like Catherine, it is linked to the Greek katharos, "pure".
Origin
Greek, through Catherine.
History
First found in the early 1950s, Cathie peaked in France around 1960, alongside Cathy. It is no longer given.
Popularity of the name Cathie
Cathie in France
1960peak year (130 births)
2,200babies named Cathie in France since 1900
Cathie was most popular in France in the 1960s, with 880 births over the decade, 40% of all recorded babies named Cathie. Its rise began around 1956, and it peaked in 1960. Half of all babies named Cathie in France were born before 1969, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Cathie in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cathie mean?
Like Catherine, it is linked to the Greek katharos, "pure".
What is the origin of the name Cathie?
Greek, through Catherine.
Is Cathie a girl's or a boy's name?
Cathie is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Cathie?
Variants and related names of Cathie include Catherine.