Edith vs Kate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edith

Girl #528 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous in war"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Scandinavian American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#528
Total SSA Count
579
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Edie, Edi

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Kate

Girl #535 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"pure, clear"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#535
Total SSA Count
569
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Katie, Kay

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✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Edith Rank #528
Kate Rank #535

Edith is more popular, ranked #528 vs #535 for Kate.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edith ___

  • Edith Rose
  • Edith Mae
  • Edith Grace
  • Edith Pearl
  • Edith Jane
  • Edith Louise

Kate ___

  • Kate Elizabeth
  • Kate Louise
  • Kate Amelia
  • Kate Rose
  • Kate Alexandra
  • Kate Anne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Edith

Arthur Florence Rupert Agnes Walter

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edith or Kate more popular?

Edith is more popular, ranked #528 compared to Kate at #535 in the United States.

What do Edith and Kate mean?

Edith means "prosperous in war" (Old English origin). Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin).

Are Edith and Kate boy or girl names?

Edith is primarily a girl name. Kate is primarily a girl name.

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