Kate vs Lyric

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
Lyric Rank #594

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #594 for Lyric.

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

Lyric ___

  • Lyric Rose
  • Lyric Jade
  • Lyric Grace
  • Lyric Dawn
  • Lyric Faye
  • Lyric Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

If you choose Lyric

Melody Harmony Sonata River Phoenix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kate or Lyric more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Lyric at #594 in the United States.

What do Kate and Lyric mean?

Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Lyric means "of the lyre, musical expression" (Greek lyrikos origin).

Are Kate and Lyric boy or girl names?

Kate is primarily a girl name. Lyric is primarily a girl name.

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