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Kate vs Kalyn

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

Kate Rank #535
Kalyn Rank #37,847

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #37847 for Kalyn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kate or Kalyn more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Kalyn at #37847 in the United States.

What do Kate and Kalyn mean?

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

Are Kate and Kalyn boy or girl names?

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

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