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Katherine vs Grace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Grace

Girl #40 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Divine grace, elegance, goodwill"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Irish Scottish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#40
Total SSA Count
5,002
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Katherine Rank #175
Grace Rank #40

Grace is more popular, ranked #40 vs #175 for Katherine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Katherine or Grace more popular?

Grace is more popular, ranked #40 compared to Katherine at #175 in the United States.

What do Katherine and Grace mean?

Katherine means "pure" (Greek origin). Grace means "Divine grace, elegance, goodwill" (Latin origin).

Are Katherine and Grace boy or girl names?

Katherine is primarily a girl name. Grace is primarily a girl name.

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