Cathay
Girl nameCathay has been given to 30 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It peaked in 1947.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
30
Peak year
1947 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1947
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Cathay — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Cathay.
Sibling name ideas for Cathay
Same era and popularity as Cathay, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Cathay?
Cathay has been given to 30 babies in the U.S. since 1947. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Cathay peak?
Cathay peaked in 1947, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Cathay a girl or boy name?
Cathay is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Cathay are girls).
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