Kady
Kady is a girl's name of Irish origin.
Meaning
Pure (if linked to Katherine) or descendant of Cádhla (Irish, meaning graceful).
Origin and history
Kady is a feminine name with roots as a phonetic spelling variant of Katy, a diminutive of Katherine, or derived from the Irish surname Cady/Caddy. In the United States, it operates as a modern, friendly name choice that peaked in popularity during the late 20th century. It remains a recognizable yet uncommon option today.
Popularity in the United States
2,885 babies in the United States have been named Kady since 1880. It ranks #3300 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1977.
States where it is most popular
- CA (25.6 %)
- TX (21.5 %)
- NY (12.1 %)
- PA (7.3 %)
- GA (4.9 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 74 |
| 1980-1990 | 602 |
| 1990-2000 | 958 |
| 2000-2010 | 780 |
| 2010-2019 | 347 |
| 2020-2029 | 124 |
Famous people named Kady
- Kady McDermott: Television Personality, Model
Fun facts
- Kady often functions as a contemporary respelling of Cady or Katy, giving it a modern twist on traditional names.