Kathyanne
A feminine name of mixed origins, combining Katherine and Anne.
Name Census estimates that about 4 living Americans carry the first name Kathyanne. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Kathyanne today is around 69 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kathyanne births was 1950 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kathyanne. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • The typical person named Kathyanne is about 69 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Kathyannes were born before 1967.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kathyanne. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
4
~ 1 in 85,688,585 Americans
Peak year
1950
6 babies that year
Average age
69
years old
1950 SSA rank
#5,005
Tracked since 1950
Popularity
Kathyanne: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kathyanne by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kathyanne during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 0 | 6 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kathyanne
The name Kathyanne is a feminine given name that combines the names Katherine and Anne. The name Katherine has its origins in the Greek name Aikaterine, derived from the Greek words "katharos" meaning "pure" and "hecate" referring to the Greek goddess of sorcery. The name Anne, on the other hand, comes from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor."
The earliest recorded use of the name Kathyanne can be traced back to the late 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity as a combination of two traditional names and was often chosen by parents who wished to honor family members or create a unique name for their child.
One notable historical figure who bore the name Kathyanne was Kathyanne Maltwood (1878-1961), a Canadian artist, sculptor, and author. She was known for her work in the field of art education and her contributions to the preservation of Indigenous art and culture in British Columbia.
Another individual with the name Kathyanne was Kathyanne Kennedy (1923-1944), an American aviator during World War II. She served as a Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP) and tragically lost her life in a mid-air collision while ferrying an aircraft from Texas to New Jersey.
In the literary world, Kathyanne Wills (born 1927) was a British author and novelist. She wrote several novels and short stories, many of which explored themes of relationships and family dynamics.
Kathyanne Brookfield (1932-2005) was a prominent Australian artist and illustrator. She was known for her vibrant and whimsical illustrations, particularly in children's books and greeting cards.
Kathyanne Roberts (born 1940) is an American actress and singer. She had a successful career on Broadway and in television, appearing in numerous productions and shows throughout the 20th century.
While the name Kathyanne has remained relatively uncommon, it holds a unique blend of cultural and linguistic influences, reflecting the diverse origins of its component names. The individuals mentioned above serve as examples of the name's historical significance and the varied fields in which it has been represented.
People
Kathyanne + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kathyanne as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kathyanne: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kathyanne?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 4 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kathyanne going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 85,688,585 US residents.
Is Kathyanne a common name?
We classify Kathyanne as "Very Rare". It ranks above 6.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kathyanne most popular?
The single biggest year for Kathyanne was 1950, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kathyanne is about 69 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kathyanne in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kathyanne a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kathyanne in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kathyanne still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kathyanne in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kathyanne can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have the name Kathyanne?
Want to know how many people have the name Kathyanne? HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, puts the living-bearer count front and centre.