Katy

Girl

Katy is a girl's name of Greek origin meaning "Diminutive of Katherine, from katharos meaning pure.". It is pronounced KAY-tee. Today it is a popular name (popularity 89/100).

Greek origin · /KAY-tee/ · cute

Meaning: Diminutive of Katherine, from katharos meaning pure.

Popularity 89/1002 syllablesPeaked 1987→ Stable

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Frequently asked questions about Katy

What does Katy mean?

Katy means "Diminutive of Katherine, from katharos meaning pure.". It is of Greek origin.

Is Katy a boy or girl name?

Katy is traditionally a girl's name.

How popular is Katy?

Katy is a popular, familiar name, with a popularity score of 89/100. It was most popular in the 1980s.

How is Katy pronounced?

Katy is pronounced KAY-tee.

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