Kate vs Poe

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
Poe Rank #25,889

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 vs #25889 for Poe.

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

Poe ___

  • Poe Grace
  • Poe Elaine
  • Poe River
  • Poe Blue
  • Poe Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

If you choose Poe

Raven Keats Frost Sage Emerson

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kate or Poe more popular?

Kate is more popular, ranked #535 compared to Poe at #25889 in the United States.

What do Kate and Poe mean?

Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Poe means "peacock" (Old English origin).

Are Kate and Poe boy or girl names?

Kate is primarily a girl name. Poe is primarily a girl name.

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