Katherine
Female name · ★ Classic
273,305
Total Births
1990
Peak Year
#169
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Katherine
Katherine is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 273,305 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1990s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 11,829 births |
| 1890s | 10,746 births |
| 1900s | 12,005 births |
| 1910s | 19,151 births |
| 1920s | 17,982 births |
| 1930s | 10,748 births |
| 1940s | 16,183 births |
| 1950s | 26,921 births |
| 1960s | 19,899 births |
| 1970s | 21,304 births |
| 1980s | 38,392 births |
| 1990s | 37,510 births |
| 2000s | 24,008 births |
| 2010s | 5,358 births |
| 2020s | 1,269 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Katherine?
Katherine has been given to 273,305 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1990 with 4,472 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #169.
Is Katherine a boy or girl name?
Katherine is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Katherine most popular?
Katherine was most popular in 1990, when 4,472 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Katherine?
Katherine first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).