Emma vs Kate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Emma Rank #2
Kate Rank #535

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #535 for Kate.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

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 Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Kate more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Kate at #535 in the United States.

What do Emma and Kate mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin).

Are Emma and Kate boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Kate is primarily a girl name.

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