Jillian 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

Jillian Rank #1,133
Kate Rank #535

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #1133 for Jillian.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jillian ___

  • Jillian Marie
  • Jillian Ann
  • Jillian Rose
  • Jillian Grace
  • Jillian Elizabeth
  • Jillian Claire

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 Jillian

Jennifer Michelle Melissa Kevin Brian

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jillian or Kate more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Jillian at #1133 in the United States.

What do Jillian and Kate mean?

Jillian means "youthful" (Latin origin). Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin).

Are Jillian and Kate boy or girl names?

Jillian is primarily a girl name. Kate is primarily a girl name.

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