The nameCaty
Caty is a girl's name, a pet form of Catherine.
- Girl's name
- Greek
Meaning
Like Catherine, it is traditionally linked to the Greek katharos, "pure".
Origin
Greek, a pet form.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 1960s and 1970s.
Popularity of the name Caty
Caty in France
1975peak year (40 births)
725babies named Caty in France since 1900
Caty was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 250 births over the decade, 34% of all recorded babies named Caty. Its rise began around 1948, and it peaked in 1975. Half of all babies named Caty in France were born before 1972, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Caty mean?
Like Catherine, it is traditionally linked to the Greek katharos, "pure".
What is the origin of the name Caty?
Greek, a pet form.
Is Caty a girl's or a boy's name?
Caty is a girl's name.