US Popularity:21727
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Pure, clean, clear
Snappy and sweet, there's a lot to love about Kat. This Greek girl's name, a shortened form of Katherine and Catherine, means "pure." It comes from the Greek term katharos, which means "clean," "pure," or "clear," and can serve as a reminder of baby's innocence. Kat can also be used as a variant of Katie, providing a stylish alternative that has both retro flair and modern appeal.

Kat Name Popularity Data

U.S. Births

Overall:Kat is currently #21727 in U.S. births
Girl:Kat is currently #11645 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#21727
in 2023
+ 2394
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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