Katy at a glance
- Meaning
- Pure
- Origin
- Slavic
- Religion
- Christian
- Gender
- girl
- Pronunciation
- KATY
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity
- uncommon
- Variants & Spellings
- Katya, Katyah, Katye, Kaatyia, Kaatye, Katie
Lucky details for Katy
- Number
- 8
- Color
- Deep Indigo
- Stone
- Blue Sapphire
- Flower
- Iris
- Day
- Saturday
- Planet
- Saturn
- Zodiac
- Capricorn
- Metal
- Iron
Katy is a Slavic name meaning “pure”. It is a spelling variant of Katya and carries exactly the same meaning, with a softer, more modern look on paper. Parents choose Katy for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with determined, disciplined, plays the long game. In Chaldean numerology the letters of Katy reduce to 8, a number linked with Saturn and with people who are resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal.
Numerology
Chaldean value 8 — Determined, disciplined, plays the long game.
Personality
Determined, disciplined, plays the long game
Positive Traits
Resilient, fair, exceptionally hard-working and loyal
Negative Traits
Sets very high standards and can be hard on themselves
Career Suggestions
Finance, law, construction, administration, public service
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FAQs about the name Katy
What does the name Katy mean?
Katy means “pure” and comes from a Slavic root.
Is Katy a boy or girl name?
Katy is most often used as a girl name today.
How do you pronounce Katy?
Katy is pronounced KATY (2 syllables).
What is the lucky number for Katy?
The lucky number for Katy is 8, ruled by Saturn.
What are good nicknames for Katy?
Popular short forms include Kati, Kay.
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