Kate
Meaning of Kate
The name Kate is a classic and timeless choice for a baby girl. Originating from the Greek name Katherine, which means "pure," Kate has been a beloved name for centuries. It carries an air of simplicity and elegance, often associated with strong, influential women in history and contemporary culture. Notable figures bearing this name include Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, and acclaimed actress Kate Winslet. Pronounced as "kayt" (/keɪt/), it is both easy to say and spell, making it a popular choice among parents.
In terms of popularity in the United States, Kate has seen fluctuations over the years but has consistently remained a favored option. Its highest rank was 79th in 1880, while recent years have seen it hovering around the mid-400s. Despite these changes, its enduring charm continues to appeal to new generations of parents.
Variations of the name include Katherine and Katelyn, offering more formal or elaborate alternatives while retaining the same root meaning. Whether you choose Kate as a standalone name or as a nickname for one of its variations, it embodies purity, grace, and strength—qualities any parent would be proud to bestow upon their daughter.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as kayt (/keɪt/)
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Notable People Named Kate
| Kate Elizabeth Winslet is an influential English actress known for her compelling portrayals of headstrong women in independent films and period dramas, earning her numerous prestigious awards and accolades. |
| Kate Beckinsale - Kathrin Romany Beckinsale is an English actress known for her diverse roles in action, romance, and period dramas. |
| Kate Chopin was an influential American author known for her works based in Louisiana, and she is considered a forerunner of 20th-century feminist authors. |
| Kate Sheppard - Katherine Wilson Sheppard was a prominent leader in the women's suffrage movement in New Zealand and a well-known suffragist. |
| Kate Garry Hudson is an accomplished American actress, known for her Golden Globe Award win and Academy Award nomination. |
| Kate DiCamillo - Katrina Elizabeth DiCamillo is a highly successful American children's fiction author, known for bestsellers like Because of Winn-Dixie and The Tale of Despereaux, with her books selling over 37 million copies and winning numerous awards. |
| Kate Rooney Mara is an American actress known for her work in television, including roles in House of Cards, 24, American Horror Story, Pose, and A Teacher. |
| Kate Mulgrew - Katherine Kiernan Maria Mulgrew is an American actress and author, renowned for her portrayal of Captain Kathryn Janeway in Star Trek: Voyager and Red in Orange Is the New Black, as well as her early role as Mary Ryan in the soap opera Ryan's Hope. |
| Kate Upton - Katherine Elizabeth Upton is a prominent American model and actress known for her appearances in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and on the cover of Vanity Fair. |
| Kate Walsh - Kathleen Erin Walsh is an American actress and businesswoman, best known for her portrayal of Dr. Addison Montgomery in the TV series Grey's Anatomy and Private Practice. |
| Kate Rockwell is a multi-talented American performer recognized for her work on Broadway, including originating the roles of Skylar in Bring It On: The Musical and Karen Smith in Mean Girls. |
| Katherine Noel Valentine Brosnahan Spade, known as Kate Spade, was an American fashion designer and entrepreneur, co-founder of the iconic brand Kate Spade New York. |
| Kate Ritchie - Katherine Leigh Ritchie is an Australian actress, radio presenter, and children's author, best known for her role as Sally Fletcher on Home and Away and her work on Nova 96.9's Fitzy & Wippa show. |
| Kate Elizabeth Lechmere, a British painter and co-founder of the Rebel Art Centre, also served as a nurse during World War I and later found success as a milliner. |
| Kate Steinitz, also known as "the Mama of Dada," was a significant figure in the art world, creating her own art, preserving and collecting contemporary art, promoting artists, and serving as a librarian at the Elmer Belt Library of Vinciana. |
