CATHIE
Cathie
The surname Cathie is a Scottish and Northern Irish variant of the surname Cathcart, which is of Old Gaelic origin. The name is derived from the Gaelic word "Cathair," meaning "a fort or a castle." The Cathie surname is considered to be of toponymic origin, indicating that the original bearers of the name may have been associated with a place known as Cathcart or a similar location.
The surname Cathie is most commonly found in Scotland, particularly in regions such as Lanarkshire and Ayrshire, where the name has a long history. Over time, individuals with the surname Cathie have migrated to other parts of the United Kingdom and beyond, leading to a dispersed but nevertheless identifiable presence of the name in various regions.
Notable individuals with the surname Cathie include those who have made contributions to fields such as academia, the arts, and public service. The surname Cathie carries with it a sense of heritage and history, reflecting the rich tapestry of Scottish and Northern Irish culture.
In modern times, the surname Cathie continues to be passed down through generations, maintaining a connection to its Gaelic roots and serving as a reminder of the ancestral ties of those who bear the name.
There are approximately 226 people named Cathie in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Cathie.
Origin: Celtic
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: Scotland
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: Gaelic
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrew
- David
- Fergal
- Ian
- James
- John
- Luke
- Mark
- Paul
- Stephen
- Thomas
Female
- Alison
- Elizabeth
- Emma
- Georgina
- Gillian
- Helen
- Jane
- Joanne
- Katrina
- Margaret
- Mary
- Sarah