Katee
Meaning & Origin
Meaning: Pure; Diminutive of Kate
Background: The name Katee originates as a modern spelling variation of the name Kate, which is a diminutive of Katherine. The name Katherine is derived from the Greek word 'katharos,' meaning 'pure.' This contemporary form reflects current naming trends that favor unique spellings.
At a glance
Quick stats based on the history of this name.
Lifetime rank
#5,164
Total births
637
Most popular decade
1980s
(645 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-6,587 ranks)
Years in Top 100
0
First recorded year
1974
Gender usage
0% male
100% female
Stats by gender
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Female
- First year
- 1974
- First year births
- 5
- First year rank
- #8,775
- Peak year
- 1986
- Peak year births
- 35
- Peak rank
- #2,724
- Most recent year
- 2015
- Recent year births
- 6
- Recent rank
- #14,477
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Number of babies given this name each year.
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