Kate

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Kate
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Other names
Related namesKatherine

The name Kate [ keyt ][1] is a girl's name. It's a variant of the name Katherine. The name Kate comes from the Greek name Katherine, which means "pure" or "clear." A woman named Saint Catherine of Alexandria, who lived during the fourth century and was known for her intelligence and beauty, helped to popularize the name among Christians. During medieval times, Catherine was a favorite name among royals and nobles in Europe. Many well-known women throughout history have also gone by this name.[2] This name was ranked #413 on the US Popular Names in 2021.[3]

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  1. "Definition of Kate | Dictionary.com". www.dictionary.com. Retrieved 2023-04-07.
  2. "Kate name Meaning and Origin". babys.name. Retrieved 2023-04-07.
  3. OACT. "Popular Baby Names". www.ssa.gov. Retrieved 2023-04-07.