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Kate

Kate is a feminine name of Greek and English origins. A shortened form of Katherine, this name means “pure,” and is a wonderful way to honor baby’s life as a clean slate, rich with potential. So many figures have held this short, sweet name, from British royal Kate Middleton to iconic actor Kate Winslet. If you love mythology, this name may remind you of the Greek goddess Hekate, who represented magic, witchcraft, and the Moon. If you want to pay homage to baby’s unfiltered, magical soul, the name Kate definitely does the trick.
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Meaning

Pure

Popularity

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Pronunciation

kayt

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Traits

  • Graceful
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Kind

Compatibility

Kate pairs well with traditional or modern sibling names due to its timeless appeal. It also serves as a versatile middle name that complements a variety of first names. Culturally, Kate is often associated with elegance and refinement, making it a great choice for parents seeking a chic and sophisticated baby name.

Graceful Classic Sophisticated Kind

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Kate Bosworth

Kate Bosworth

Actress

Born: January 2, 1983 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Portrait of Kate Middleton

Kate Middleton

Royalty

Born: January 9, 1982 · Reading, Berkshire, England

Portrait of Kate Moss

Kate Moss

Model

Born: January 16, 1974 · Croydon, London, England

Portrait of Kate Mara

Kate Mara

Actress

Born: February 27, 1983 · Bedford, New York, USA

Portrait of Kate Hudson

Kate Hudson

Actress

Born: April 19, 1979 · Los Angeles, California, USA

Portrait of Kate Winslet

Kate Winslet

Actress

Born: October 5, 1975 · Reading, England

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Kate Original form
  • Kait Irish
  • Кейт Russian
  • 凯特 Mandarin Chinese
  • Devanagari
  • Georgian
  • Korean
  • Hebrew
  • Japanese

Cultural Adaptations

  • केट (Keṭa) Devanagari
  • კეით (Keit) Georgian
  • 케이트 (Keiteu) Korean
  • קייט (Kate) Hebrew
  • ケイト (Keito) Japanese

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kate

What does Kate mean?
Pure
What is the origin of Kate?
Kate has Greek origins.
Is Kate popular?
Kate has been viewed 159 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Kate?
Similar names include Pedro, Nina, Ethan, Djuma, Nana.
How do you pronounce Kate?
Kate is pronounced kayt.

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