The nameKetty

Ketty is a pet form of Catherine that became a name in its own right. In France it was mostly given in the 1970s.

Meaning

Ketty comes from Catherine, from the Greek Aikaterine, linked to katharos, "pure".

Origin

English in style, like Kitty or Katie.

History

Found in France since the early 20th century, Ketty peaked in the mid 1970s.

Popularity of the name Ketty

Ketty in France

1975peak year (150 births)
3,970babies named Ketty in France since 1900
075150 1900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in France. Source: Insee, French national statistics office, latest official figures. Rounded numbers.

Ketty was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 1,155 births over the decade, 29% of all recorded babies named Ketty. Its rise began around 1945, and it peaked in 1975. Half of all babies named Ketty in France were born before 1976, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.

Variants and related names

Ketty in our baby name lists

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ketty mean?

Ketty comes from Catherine, from the Greek Aikaterine, linked to katharos, "pure".

What is the origin of the name Ketty?

English in style, like Kitty or Katie.

Is Ketty a girl's or a boy's name?

Ketty is a girl's name.

What are the variants of the name Ketty?

Variants and related names of Ketty include Catherine.