Kate
GirlOrigin: Greek · English
Meaning
“short form of Katherine, a Greek name of uncertain origin long associated with katharos, 'pure'”
Cultural Notes
Kate has been a popular short form of Katherine since medieval times and has often been used independently; it is associated with Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew.
Popularity
Rarity: common
Peak decade: 2000s
Community likes: 1
Famous People Named Kate
- Kate Winslet, Kate Middleton, Kate Bush
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