Kate vs Virginia

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
Virginia Rank #510

Virginia is more popular, ranked #510 vs #535 for Kate.

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

Virginia ___

  • Virginia Rose
  • Virginia Mae
  • Virginia Claire
  • Virginia Jane
  • Virginia Elizabeth
  • Virginia Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Kate

William Henry Emma Charlotte George

If you choose Virginia

Fitzgerald Theodore Edmund Beatrice Cordelia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kate or Virginia more popular?

Virginia is more popular, ranked #510 compared to Kate at #535 in the United States.

What do Kate and Virginia mean?

Kate means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Virginia means "pure, maiden" (Latin origin).

Are Kate and Virginia boy or girl names?

Kate is primarily a girl name. Virginia is primarily a girl name.

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