Katherine vs Kaylee

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Katherine Rank #175
Kaylee Rank #220

Katherine is more popular, ranked #175 vs #220 for Kaylee.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Katherine ___

  • Katherine Elizabeth
  • Katherine Anne
  • Katherine Grace
  • Katherine Marie
  • Katherine Louise
  • Katherine Rose

Kaylee ___

  • Kaylee Grace
  • Kaylee Marie
  • Kaylee Ann
  • Kaylee Lynn
  • Kaylee Nicole
  • Kaylee Elizabeth

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Katherine

William Henry Charlotte Edward Margaret

If you choose Kaylee

Jaden Tyler Hayden Brayden Madison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Katherine or Kaylee more popular?

Katherine is more popular, ranked #175 compared to Kaylee at #220 in the United States.

What do Katherine and Kaylee mean?

Katherine means "pure" (Greek origin). Kaylee means "slender, fair" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Katherine and Kaylee boy or girl names?

Katherine is primarily a girl name. Kaylee is primarily a girl name.

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