Katie
Girl name · 9,295 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Katie: 9,295 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 470 births in 2006.
Katie began as a Scottish and English diminutive of Katherine, a name of debated origin—most often traced to the Greek *katharos* meaning “pure,” though some link it to the ancient goddess Hecate. Among its best-known bearers are actress Katie Holmes, journalist Katie Couric, and Irish boxer Katie Taylor, who brought the name into modern sporting prominence. The root Katherine connects to St. Catherine of Alexandria, inspiring places such as Santa Catalina Island and St. Catharines in Canada. Katie’s enduring charm lies in its effortless blend of friendliness and timelessness; in Scotland, it has remained a consistent favourite for decades, often standing alone rather than as a nickname.
Girl 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 2006470 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #12237 babies
- Total births
- 9,295since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 56%vs prior 5y