Catie

“pure”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#11374US 2023

8Births / yr

↑Rising

996All-time births

📅 Since 197100

What does Catie mean and where does it come from?

Catie is a diminutive form of the name Catherine, which is of Greek origin (Αικατερίνη or Aikaterine) meaning 'pure'. The name has been in use since the medieval period and has gained substantial popularity in English-speaking countries. Catie is often seen as a modern, fashionable version, preferre

Cultural significance

Catie has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #2708 in 1987 — currently #11374 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Catie?

Catie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Catie Grace

How popular is Catie right now?

Rising fast — up 1131 spots — currently #11374 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#11374 · Top 8.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#11374	8	▲ up 1131 · +14% births
2022	#12505	7	▼ down 2055 · -22% births
2021	#10450	9	▼ down 91
2020	#10359	9	▼ down 2655 · -40% births
2015	#7704	15	▲ up 1672 · +25% births
2010	#9376	12	▼ down 4359 · -54% births
2005	#5017	26	▼ down 992 · -16% births
2000	#4025	31	▼ down 291 · +7% births
1995	#3734	29	▼ down 955 · -31% births
1990	#2779	42	▲ up 71 · +27% births
1985	#2850	33	▲ up 2612 · +154% births
1980	#5462	13	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Catie

Best Year1990Rank #2779

Peak Count42

Average Rank#7136

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1980 - 202312 years

The story of Catie

Catie is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 996 total births recorded, Catie remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #5462 in 1980, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11374 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Catie in 1987:

Jessica Ashley Amanda Jennifer Sarah

Catie by decade

Catie peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	37
1980s	244
1990s ★	310
2000s	268
2010s	128
2020s	9

💎Catie has only 996 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Catie?

Common

CatCaty

What names sound and feel like Catie?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Catie also consider these

Cattie

American · English

Caytie

American · A variant of

American · pure, innocent

Camie

American · Diminutive of Camille,

Common questions about the name Catie

What does the name Catie mean?

Catie means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Catie?

Catie is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Catie?

Catie originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

Is Catie a common or rare name?

Catie is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.

What are good nicknames for Catie?

Catie naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.