Kathy vs Kate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kathy

Girl #2,694 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"innocent"

Origin: Greek

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Girl #535 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek

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Kathy Rank #2,694

Kate Rank #535

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #2694 for Kathy.

Is Kathy or Kate more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Kathy at #2694 in the United States.

What do Kathy and Kate mean?

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

Are Kathy and Kate boy or girl names?

Kathy is primarily a girl name. Kate is primarily a girl name.