Kate vs Louise

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
Louise Rank #538

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #538 for Louise.

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

Louise ___

  • Louise Marie
  • Louise Anne
  • Louise Rose
  • Louise Catherine
  • Louise Grace
  • Louise Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

If you choose Louise

Henry Charles Alice Edmund Margaret

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kate or Louise more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Louise at #538 in the United States.

What do Kate and Louise mean?

Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Louise means "famous warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Kate and Louise boy or girl names?

Kate is primarily a girl name. Louise is primarily a girl name.

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