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Kaitlin vs Kate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Kaitlin Rank #37,597
Kate Rank #535

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #37597 for Kaitlin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kaitlin or Kate more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Kaitlin at #37597 in the United States.

What do Kaitlin and Kate mean?

Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin).

Are Kaitlin and Kate boy or girl names?

Kaitlin is primarily a boy name. Kate is primarily a girl name.

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