Kitty
KIT-ee
✦ Meaning
“Traditionally a Victorian-era diminutive of Katherine, meaning 'pure.' Regaining traction as a standalone name, evoking vintage charm combined with playful sophistication—think old-money sensibilities with contemporary flair.”
Popularity Over Time
Kitty is not currently in the US top 1000.
Origin
Syllables
2
Style
Famous Bearers
- Kitty Pryde (X-Men)
- Kitty from Anna Karenina
- vintage fashion icons
People Also Ask
Traditionally a Victorian-era diminutive of Katherine, meaning 'pure.' Regaining traction as a standalone name, evoking vintage charm combined with playful sophistication—think old-money sensibilities with contemporary flair.
Kitty is not currently in the US top 1000, making it a genuinely rare choice. It's trending up as more parents discover it.
Kitty works beautifully as a full name and does not lend itself to an obvious short form. Most parents see that as a feature.
Names that pair beautifully with Kitty include Dorothy, Elliot, Henry.