About Kate
Go back to names listKate is a shorter and punchier version of the traditional Katherine, but no less lovely than the original name. This is an idea baby girl name for parents looking for something fashionable and cool.
Detailed Meaning
Kate is a short form of Katherine, and shares the meaning of ‘pure’.
Famous People With This Name
Catherine “Kate” Middleton is the Duchess of Cambridge, married to Prince William. Kate Winslet is an English actress best known for playing Rose in “Titanic.” Kate Moss is a British supermodel who rose to fame in the 1990s.
Possible Nicknames
Possible nicknames for Kate include Kat and Katie/Katy.
Related Names
Kate can also be spelt Cate or Kaite. A related name is Katherine/Catherine.
Stories Featuring This Name
Kate Austen is one of the main characters in the American television series, “Lost.” Kate Beckett is one of the protagonists of the mystery show, “Castle.” Kate Barlow is an outlaw in the book and movie, “Holes.”
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| Name | Gender | Rank | Meaning | ||
| Kian | Boy | 54 | ancient | Facts | |
| Katie | Girl | 77 | Pure | Facts | |
| Kai | Boy | 93 | rejoice | Facts | |
| Kayden | Boy | 114 | spirit of battle | Facts | |
| Keira | Girl | 124 | dark | Facts | |
| Kyle | Boy | 131 | narrow straight | Facts | |
| Kaiden | Boy | 133 | warrior | Facts | |
| Kacper | Boy | 173 | treasure keeper | Facts | |
| Kevin | Boy | 180 | beloved | Facts | |
| Khadija | Girl | 187 | premature child | Facts |
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