Kate
girl name#520 in 2025Kate entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #79 in 1880, ranks #520 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#520
rank today
#79
peak (1880)
576
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #94 |
| 1890s | #147 |
| 1900s | #222 |
| 1910s | #318 |
| 1920s | #509 |
| 1930s | #684 |
| 1940s | #792 |
| 1950s | #868 |
| 1960s | #706 |
| 1970s | #452 |
| 1980s | #200 |
| 1990s | #310 |
| 2000s | #164 |
| 2010s | #231 |
| 2020s | #469 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Kate has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 70,500 people named Kate are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Kate alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kate in 2025?
- Kate ranks #520 among US girl names in 2025, with 576 babies given the name.
- When was the name Kate most popular?
- Kate peaked in 1880, reaching #79 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Kate with classmates?
- Kate will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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