Find out how popular the first name Kathi has been for the last 28 years (from 1974 to 2001) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kathi by gender

Based on the last 28 years of data, Kathi is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2001, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kathi.

The history of the first name Kathi

The name Kathi is a feminine given name that has its origins in the German language. It is a diminutive or nickname form of the name Katharina, which itself is derived from the ancient Greek name Aikaterine. The roots of this name can be traced back to the Greek words "katharos" (meaning pure) and "hekatos" (meaning each of two).

In the early Christian era, the name Katharina gained popularity due to its association with St. Catherine of Alexandria, a 4th-century Christian martyr who was known for her purity and wisdom. The name subsequently spread across Europe and took on various spellings and diminutive forms in different languages, including Kathi in German.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Kathi can be found in German literature from the 16th century. During this time, the name was commonly used in rural areas of Germany and Austria. It gained further recognition in the 19th century with the publication of the novel "Kathi, die Grosstante" by German author Wilhelmine von Hillern, which featured a character with this name.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kathi, including:

1. Kathi Naumann (1944-2022), a German actress and voice actress known for her work in films and television series.

2. Kathi Truempy (born 1973), a Swiss former professional tennis player who achieved a career-high ranking of No. 17 in the world.

3. Kathi Kellermann (1936-2017), an Austrian figure skater who competed in the 1956 and 1960 Winter Olympics.

4. Kathi Wohlfahrt (born 1946), a German former professional tennis player who won several titles on the Grand Prix circuit in the 1970s.

5. Kathi Rau (born 1938), a German actress and singer who has appeared in numerous films and stage productions.

While the name Kathi has its roots in German-speaking regions, it has also gained popularity in other parts of the world, particularly in countries with significant German or Austrian cultural influences.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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