Sylvia vs Kate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Sylvia

Girl #361 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"wood, forest"

Origin: Latin

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Girl #535 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek

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Sylvia Rank #361

Kate Rank #535

Sylvia is more popular, ranked #361 vs #535 for Kate.

Is Sylvia or Kate more popular?

Sylvia is more popular, ranked #361 compared to Kate at #535 in the United States.

What do Sylvia and Kate mean?

Sylvia means "wood, forest" (Latin origin). Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin).

Are Sylvia and Kate boy or girl names?

Sylvia is primarily a girl name. Kate is primarily a girl name.