Cathy
/kathee/ English Female
Meaning & Origin
Cathy is a English name meaning "Pure". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Angola, Argentina, Austria, Bangladesh. Cathy originates as a diminutive of Katherine, from the Greek Aikaterine, of debated origin; potentially related to 'hekateros' (each of two), or from a pre-Greek language. Katherine itself became associated with the Greek word 'katharos' (pure).
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Phonetic kathee
IPA kæθi
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as kathee. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Cathy
- · Cathy Rigby - Gymnast
- · Cathy Lee Crosby - Actress
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