Cate vs Kaileen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Cate Rank #5,136
Kaileen Rank #5,130

Kaileen is more popular, ranked #5130 vs #5136 for Cate.

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

Kaileen ___

  • Kaileen Rose
  • Kaileen Marie
  • Kaileen Ann
  • Kaileen Grace
  • Kaileen Bridget
  • Kaileen Fiona

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Cate

James Henry Oliver Nora Eliza

If you choose Kaileen

Siobhan Aoife Cormac Declan Maeve

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cate or Kaileen more popular?

Kaileen is more popular, ranked #5130 compared to Cate at #5136 in the United States.

What do Cate and Kaileen mean?

Cate means "pure" (Greek origin). Kaileen means "slender, fair" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Cate and Kaileen boy or girl names?

Cate is primarily a girl name. Kaileen is primarily a girl name.

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