How Many People Are Named Cathie?

Complete statistics for the name Cathie: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Cathie
Very Rare
English

Cathie, a rare gem among female names, stands out with just 1 in 75,388 Americans bearing it. That's around 4,377 people today, making it quite exclusive. The majority, 88%, are over 60, reflecting its strong connection to older generations.

~4,377
Living in US
1 in 75,388
Americans
1958
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

🌐
Origin
English
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 1
Personality Traits
Caring Determined
1
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 1 are natural leaders who don't shy away from challenges.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,377
Worldwide Bearers
#31,933
Global Rank
🇨🇲 Cameroon
66
🇿🇦 South Africa
64
🇭🇹 Haiti
44
🇨🇳 China
42
🇮🇪 Ireland
31
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Wales
29
🇳🇱 Netherlands
28
🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea
23
🇺🇬 Uganda
21
🇧🇪 Belgium
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
4,377 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 70
11
Would be under 30 (0%)
684
Would be 30–60 (12%)
4,891
Would be over 60 (88%)

All 5,586 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1958

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
96
Classic Feel
57
Modern Appeal
43
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Cathie Through the Generations

Cathie has seen its peak popularity in 1958 when 277 babies were given this name. Since then, it's maintained a stable presence, though it's now predominantly associated with those aged 60 and above. With an average age of 70, Cathie's legacy is firmly rooted in the past, yet it still holds a special place in the hearts of its bearers.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 573
Ohio 342
Illinois 296
New York 293
Pennsylvania 281
Michigan 237
Texas 232
Indiana 151
Washington 128
Missouri 99

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cathie's English roots

📄 About the Name Cathie

How Many People Have the Name Cathie?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,377 people in the United States currently share the name Cathie. That works out to roughly 1 in every 75,388 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cathie a Common or Rare Name?

Cathie is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Cathie in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Cathie Most Popular?

The name Cathie reached peak popularity in 1958, with 277 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Cathie?

Approximately 4,377 people named Cathie live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 5,586. That works out to roughly 1 in 75,388 Americans.

Is Cathie a rare name?

Cathie is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 75,388 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cathie mean?

The meaning and origin of Cathie are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.

Is Cathie more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Cathie are male and 100% are female.

When was Cathie most popular?

Cathie peaked in 1958 with 277 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US4,377
All-Time Births5,586
1 in X1 in 75,388
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age70
Peak Year1958
World Rank#31,933
Male %0%
Female %100%

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Data Source

Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.