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Kate vs Kanani

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
Kanani Rank #30,234

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #30234 for Kanani.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kate or Kanani more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Kanani at #30234 in the United States.

What do Kate and Kanani mean?

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

Are Kate and Kanani boy or girl names?

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

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