Ketty

English, diminutive of Katherine
"pure"

Ketty Origin and Meaning

The name Ketty is a girl's name.

Ketty is a feminine name that functions as a diminutive of Katherine or as an independent name with various cultural connections. In Swedish and Finnish contexts, it's a pet form of Katherine, while in India it may be used as a variant spelling of Kitti. The name has a light, playful quality with its short, bright sound. Katherine, from which it often derives, means "pure" in Greek. Though not widely used in English-speaking countries, Ketty maintains popularity in parts of Europe and South Asia. The name's brevity and cheerful sound make it appealing for parents seeking something sweet and distinctive without being completely unfamiliar.

Famous People Named Ketty

  • Ketty Lester (born Revoyda Frierson)
    American actress and singer
  • Ketty Gilsoul
    Hoppe, Belgian painter
  • Ketty Kerviel (born Antoinette Verenghien)
    French actress
  • Catherine "Ketty" Thull
    Luxembourgish cookbook author
  • Ketty Diridaoua (born Aikaterini Oikonomou)
    Greek actress and singer
  • Ketty Mathé
    birth name of Kayra Sayıt, French,Turkish judoka