Gene Cathey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Gene Cathey — English
131K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Gene Cathey is a name that combines English origins. The first name Gene is a masculine given name of English origin. Gene is a unisex given name. It is often a short form (hypocorism) of Eugene or Genevieve. Notable people with the name include: Gene Abel, American psychiatrist and controversial clinician Gene Bradley (born 1957), American football player Gene A. Cretz (born 1950), American politician Gene Davidson (1896–1960), American football and baseball player Gene Englund (1917–1995), American professional basketball player Gene F. The surname Cathey: Cathey is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a reduced form of the surname MacCathay which is Galloway surname of uncertain origin. Morgan Cathey (born 1984), American soccer player Key Glock (born 1997 as Markeyvius LaShun Cathey), American rapper Reg E. Cathey (1958–2018), American film and television actor Cathey Peak, a peak in the Sacramento Mountains, in the south-central part of the US State of New Mexico. Gene is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 131K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Gene reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Gene

English

Gene is a unisex given name. It is often a short form (hypocorism) of Eugene or Genevieve. Notable people with the name include: Gene Abel, American psychiatrist and controversial clinician Gene Bradley (born 1957), American football player Gene A. Cretz (born 1950), American politician Gene Davidson (1896–1960), American football and baseball player Gene Englund (1917–1995), American professional basketball player Gene F.

Surname: Cathey

Scottish

Cathey is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a reduced form of the surname MacCathay which is Galloway surname of uncertain origin. Morgan Cathey (born 1984), American soccer player Key Glock (born 1997 as Markeyvius LaShun Cathey), American rapper Reg E. Cathey (1958–2018), American film and television actor Cathey Peak, a peak in the Sacramento Mountains, in the south-central part of the US State of New Mexico.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Gene is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Gene by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Gene Cathey

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Gene Cathey:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Gene?
The first name Gene originates from English. Gene is a unisex given name. It is often a short form (hypocorism) of Eugene or Genevieve. Notable people with the name include: Gene Abel, American psychiatrist and controversial clinician Gene Bradley (born 1957), American football player Gene A. Cretz (born 1950), American politician Gene Davidson (1896–1960), American football and baseball player Gene Englund (1917–1995), American professional basketball player Gene F.
When was Gene most popular?
The name Gene reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cathey?
The surname Cathey originates from Scottish. Cathey is a surname of Scottish origin. It is a reduced form of the surname MacCathay which is Galloway surname of uncertain origin. Morgan Cathey (born 1984), American soccer player Key Glock (born 1997 as Markeyvius LaShun Cathey), American rapper Reg E. Cathey (1958–2018), American film and television actor Cathey Peak, a peak in the Sacramento Mountains, in the south-central part of the US State of New Mexico.
What are the origins of the name Gene Cathey?
The name Gene Cathey combines two different traditions: the first name Gene has English roots, while the surname Cathey originates from Scottish.
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