Kathy
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Kathy is a girl name of English origin meaning "Pure".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
26 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Pure
Etymology
Short form of Katherine, from Greek Hekaterine, possibly related to Hekateros, a variant of Hektor.
Famous People Named Kathy
- Kathy Bates — American film actress and director
- Kathy Acker — American novelist, playwright, essayist, and poet (1947–1997)
- Kathy Baker — American actress (born 1950)
- Kathy Hochul — 57th Governor of New York since 2021
- Kathy Griffin — American actress and comedian
Frequently Asked Questions About Kathy
What does the name Kathy mean?
Kathy means "Pure", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Kathy?
Kathy originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Kathy a boy or girl name?
Kathy is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Kathy associated with?
Kathy is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Kathy?
Yes — notable people named Kathy include Kathy Bates (American film actress and director), Kathy Acker (American novelist, 1947–1997), Kathy Baker (American actress, born 1950), Kathy Hochul (57th Governor of New York since 2021) and Kathy Griffin (American actress and comedian).
Last updated: June 2026