Percy Kratz

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Percy Kratz — English
32K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Percy Kratz is a name that combines English origins. The first name Percy is a masculine given name of English origin. The English surname Percy is of Norman origin, coming from Normandy to England, United Kingdom. It was from the House of Percy, Norman lords of Northumberland, and derives from the village of Percy-en-Auge in Normandy. From there, it came into use as a mostly masculine and rarely feminine given name. It is also a short form of the given name Percival, Perseus, etc. Surname Allan Percy (1577–1611), English politician Charles H. The surname Kratz: Kratz is a surname. People surnamed Kratz include: Clayton Kratz (1896–1920), American Mennonite relief worker Corinne Kratz, American anthropologist and Africanist Erik Kratz (born 1980), American professional baseball catcher Karl-Ludwig Kratz (1941–2025), German nuclear chemist and astrophysicist Ken Kratz (born 1960/61), American lawyer, former district attorney of Calumet County, Wisconsin Kevin Kratz (born 1987), German footballer Marlene Kratz, fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours Mayme Kratz (born 1958), American artist Reinhard Gregor Kratz (born 1957), German. Percy is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 32K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Percy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Percy

English

The English surname Percy is of Norman origin, coming from Normandy to England, United Kingdom. It was from the House of Percy, Norman lords of Northumberland, and derives from the village of Percy-en-Auge in Normandy. From there, it came into use as a mostly masculine and rarely feminine given name. It is also a short form of the given name Percival, Perseus, etc. Surname Allan Percy (1577–1611), English politician Charles H.

Surname: Kratz

English

Kratz is a surname. People surnamed Kratz include: Clayton Kratz (1896–1920), American Mennonite relief worker Corinne Kratz, American anthropologist and Africanist Erik Kratz (born 1980), American professional baseball catcher Karl-Ludwig Kratz (1941–2025), German nuclear chemist and astrophysicist Ken Kratz (born 1960/61), American lawyer, former district attorney of Calumet County, Wisconsin Kevin Kratz (born 1987), German footballer Marlene Kratz, fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours Mayme Kratz (born 1958), American artist Reinhard Gregor Kratz (born 1957), German.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Percy?
The first name Percy originates from English. The English surname Percy is of Norman origin, coming from Normandy to England, United Kingdom. It was from the House of Percy, Norman lords of Northumberland, and derives from the village of Percy-en-Auge in Normandy. From there, it came into use as a mostly masculine and rarely feminine given name. It is also a short form of the given name Percival, Perseus, etc. Surname Allan Percy (1577–1611), English politician Charles H.
When was Percy most popular?
The name Percy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Kratz?
The surname Kratz originates from English. Kratz is a surname. People surnamed Kratz include: Clayton Kratz (1896–1920), American Mennonite relief worker Corinne Kratz, American anthropologist and Africanist Erik Kratz (born 1980), American professional baseball catcher Karl-Ludwig Kratz (1941–2025), German nuclear chemist and astrophysicist Ken Kratz (born 1960/61), American lawyer, former district attorney of Calumet County, Wisconsin Kevin Kratz (born 1987), German footballer Marlene Kratz, fictional character from the Australian soap opera Neighbours Mayme Kratz (born 1958), American artist Reinhard Gregor Kratz (born 1957), German.
How common is the surname Kratz?
The surname Kratz is shared by approximately 5K people worldwide.
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