- Meaning:the name of cathay is a girl name . a perfect example of what a difference a single letter can mean. add an 'a' in the ho-hum cathy and exotic ancient names of china, often of such poets as edna st. vincent millay and ezra pound.
- Gender:Girl
- Origin:anglicized version of italian catai; place name
More About The Name cathay
The name Cathay is derived from the word "Khitan," which refers to the ancient people who lived in what is now known as the northern part of China. It is also an old name for China itself, used during the Middle Ages by European travelers.
Read MoreAs for famous personalities with the name Cathay, there are not many public figures with this specific name. However, there are individuals who have achieved success in various fields bearing similar names, such as Cathy Freeman, an Australian former sprinter and Olympic gold medalist.
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