How popular is Katherine (Katy)?

[MetellaEstMater]

DD2 is (very) overdue and we still don't have a name for her. DH really like Katherine (nn. Katy) but I'm worried it's too popular. However, thinking about it whilst I know lots of grown up Kates/Katies/Catherine's etc. I don't know any little ones. Maybe the 'Middleton factor' has actu out people off?

Any thoughts greatly appreciated!

[TheRobberBride]

Congratulations on the birth of Katherine!

[Lairyfights]

I'm a Katy! Very rarely come across anyone with the name, in my adult life and as a teacher! Especially with the 'Katy' spelling, usually it's 'Katie'. Absolutely love my name, but it is just 'Katy' not short for Katherine.

[Lairyfights]

And I've just read back and seen you've given birth!

Yay hello baby Katherine, welcome to the world, you have a beautiful name!

Congratulations and lots of happiness wished your families way!

[rockybalboa]

I know two little Katie's. One is 5 and the other is 2.

[hoppinghare]

I wanted to call my daughter catherine. I didn't and I regret it. Congratulations. Beautiful name.

[TheGonnagle]

Aww congratulations! You have chosen a fab name- enjoy your new baby