Kate
Kate is a classic English name derived from Katherine, meaning 'pure' in Greek. It has been used as both a standalone name and nickname for centuries, embodying timeless simplicity and elegance.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 569. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,791
- 2012: 1,643
- 2013: 1,738
- 2014: 1,620
- 2015: 1,477
- 2016: 1,389
- 2017: 1,170
- 2018: 1,163
- 2019: 989
- 2020: 765
- 2021: 758
- 2022: 695
- 2023: 640
- 2024: 572
- 2025: 576
- 2026 (projected): 569
Good to Know
- •Simple four-letter name that's easy to spell and pronounce
- •Works well across all ages from childhood through adulthood
- •Can stand alone or be used as a nickname for Katherine, Catherine, or Katelyn
- •Strong international recognition with minimal cultural barriers
Similar Names
Famous People
Kate Middleton
Princess of Wales
Kate Winslet
Academy Award-winning Actress
Kate Spade
Fashion Designer
Kate Hudson
Actress and Entrepreneur
Statistics
85,987
Total births since 1880
2007
Peak year
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