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Casey vs Kate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Casey

Girl #1,055 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"vigilant, watchful"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,055
Total SSA Count
236
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Kate

Girl #535 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#535
Total SSA Count
569
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Casey Rank #1,055
Kate Rank #535

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #1055 for Casey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Casey or Kate more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Casey at #1055 in the United States.

What do Casey and Kate mean?

Casey means "vigilant, watchful" (Irish Gaelic origin). Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin).

Are Casey and Kate boy or girl names?

Casey is primarily a girl name. Kate is primarily a girl name.

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