Cato

Dutch diminutive of Catharina

Cato Origin and Meaning

The name Cato is a girl's name of Dutch origin.

Cato may have risen to new prominence in the English speaking world as an ancient Roman boys' name, popularized by The Hunger Games. But in the Netherlands, it's most widely used as a short form for Catharina and other forms of Katherine, ranking close to the Top 100, higher than any formal variation of the name. Cato for a girl is a cute idea and a fresh way to shorten the ubiquitous Catherine.

Popularity of the name Cato

• 65 Netherlands 2024

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Famous People Named Cato

• Suzy Cato New Zealand children's entertainer and TV presenter.