Kate vs Keely

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

Kate Rank #535
Keely Rank #2,069

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #2069 for Keely.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Kate ___

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

Keely ___

  • Keely Mae
  • Keely Rose
  • Keely Jane
  • Keely Grace
  • Keely Anne
  • Keely Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

If you choose Keely

Fiona Declan Maeve Liam Niamh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kate or Keely more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Keely at #2069 in the United States.

What do Kate and Keely mean?

Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Keely means "beautiful, graceful" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Kate and Keely boy or girl names?

Kate is primarily a girl name. Keely is primarily a girl name.

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