Kathi

Greek

"pure"

Kathi Origin and Meaning

The name Kathi is a girl's name.

Kathi is a feminine name that emerged as a diminutive form of Katherine. With Greek roots in the name Aikaterine, it carries the meaning 'pure' or 'clear.' This shortened, more casual variant became popular in the mid-20th century when nickname forms were often used as given names. Kathi peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, reflecting the trend toward informal versions of traditional names. While less common than similar variations like Kathy or Cathy, Kathi offers a distinctive spelling that maintains the friendly, approachable quality while standing out slightly from its counterparts. Today, while not as frequently chosen for newborns, it remains a recognizable name with a warm, vintage charm.

Kathi Rank in US Top 1000

# 886 in the US

Famous People Named Kathi

• Kathleen "Kathi" Martuza American ballerina
• Kathi Lynn Wilcox American bassist of bands Bikini Kill and the Julie Ruin
• Kathi Anne Reinstein, American politician
• Kathi Seifert American businesswoman
• Kathryn Marie "Kathi" McDonald American blues and rock singer
• Kathi Appelt American children's author
• Kathi Kamen Goldmark American novelist
• Kathi Castillo American film director