US Popularity Rank: 12223

Origin: Greek

Meaning: Pure

Kathi makes for an adorable girl's name for a baby. Meaning "pure," it comes from the Greek term katharos. Kathi is a short form of Katherine, commonly found across Christian settlements in Europe and the United States. Initially Αίκατερίνη in Greek, it became synonymous with Catherine of Alexandria. This accomplished young lady, a princess and scholar, converted hundreds to Christianity. Catherine has inspired great leaders and an entire forest of names, with Kathi being just one branch among the sturdy foundation. Particularly popular in the 1950s, Kathi can experience a resurgence, beginning with baby!