Cate vs Emerlynn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cate

Girl #5,136 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pure"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,136
Total SSA Count
26
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Cate

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Popularity Comparison

Cate Rank #5,136
Emerlynn Rank #5,208

Cate is more popular, ranked #5136 vs #5208 for Emerlynn.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cate ___

  • Cate Elizabeth
  • Cate Louise
  • Cate Anne
  • Cate Marie
  • Cate Rose
  • Cate Elise

Emerlynn ___

  • Emerlynn Rose
  • Emerlynn Grace
  • Emerlynn Faith
  • Emerlynn Claire
  • Emerlynn Jade
  • Emerlynn Skye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cate

James Henry Oliver Nora Eliza

If you choose Emerlynn

Adalynn Everly Rowan Wren Jasper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cate or Emerlynn more popular?

Cate is more popular, ranked #5136 compared to Emerlynn at #5208 in the United States.

What do Cate and Emerlynn mean?

Cate means "pure" (Greek origin). Emerlynn means "emerald lake; sparkling green water" (English (modern blend) origin).

Are Cate and Emerlynn boy or girl names?

Cate is primarily a girl name. Emerlynn is primarily a girl name.

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