Katie vs Spike

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Spike

Boy #30,390 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"Sharp point, nail"

Origin: Old Norse/Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#30,390
Total SSA Count
5
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Spi, Spy, Spie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Katie Rank #580
Spike Rank #30,390

Katie is more popular, ranked #580 vs #30390 for Spike.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Katie ___

  • Katie Grace
  • Katie Rose
  • Katie Ann
  • Katie Lynn
  • Katie Elizabeth
  • Katie Marie

Spike ___

  • Spike James
  • Spike Lee
  • Spike David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Katie

Emily Sarah Connor Patrick Molly

If you choose Spike

Rex Blaze Colt

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Katie or Spike more popular?

Katie is more popular, ranked #580 compared to Spike at #30390 in the United States.

What do Katie and Spike mean?

Katie means "pure, clear" (Greek origin). Spike means "Sharp point, nail" (Old Norse/Old English origin).

Are Katie and Spike boy or girl names?

Katie is primarily a girl name. Spike is primarily a boy name.

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