Cathy

Female

Meaning

Pure

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈkæθi/

Traits associated with the name Cathy:

Dogs named Cathy tend to be loving, brave, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, and courage.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Cathy?

Naming your dog Cathy may suggest that you have a strong connection to the name, either because it is a family name or because it has some special meaning to you. It could also suggest that you have a strong appreciation for classic names.

Is Cathy a good dog name?

Cathy has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Cathy isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

2,483
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1,832
New York City Dog Name Database
1,910
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Cathy is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Cathy was, in the past month, the 4693rd most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of April 2024, Cathy is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Cathy was viewed 21 times, and liked 1 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Cathy's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Cathy is most adored in Virginia, Maryland and Colorado.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in California, Ohio and Georgia.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Cathy.

Most popular breeds named Cathy:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Corgi
  3. Chihuahua
  4. Boston Terrier
  5. Cocker Spaniel

Cathy is found in these categories:

independent dog names
independent

The name's association with strong, self-reliant characters in literature and popular culture.

Dog names like Cathy:

Abbreviation Of Carol And Caroline From The Masculine Charles Meaning Manly
She who entangles men
Follower of Christ
Light
Tri-color or calico
Diminutive Form Of Carlotta
Cathy dog name meaning

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