Cathie

Cathie is an English given name functioning as a diminutive or pet form of Catherine, which ultimately derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, whose precise original meaning is debated but was early associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning pure. Catherine has been borne by numerous saints, queens, and historical figures, giving its short forms wide and enduring popularity across the English-speaking world. Cathie shares its roots with related forms such as Cathy, Kathy, Kate, and Kay.