girl name · Slavic origin
Katya
/ KAHT-yah /
Meaning
Katya means Pure (Slavic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Slavic
Pronunciation
KAHT-yah
Popularity
#3614 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Katya in the US, 1880–2025
Katya first appears in US records in 1962. It peaked in 2001, when 146 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 42.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Katya mean?
Katya is a Russian pet form of Yekaterina (Katherine), “pure.”
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Katya mean?
Katya means Pure. Katya is a Russian pet form of Yekaterina (Katherine), “pure.”
What is the origin of the name Katya?
Katya is of Slavic origin.
How do you pronounce Katya?
Katya is pronounced “KAHT-yah.”
Is Katya a boy or a girl name?
Katya is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Katya?
In 2025, Katya ranked #3614 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Katya most popular?
Katya was most popular in 2001, when about 146 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.