Names Similar to Kate

Caja

Danish, Cornish

"pure; daisy"

A Danish variant of Kaja (Kaya) or a Cornish word name derived from kaja "daisy".

Casia

Casia is a feminine name with classical roots, derived from Latin and Greek origins. It's related to the name Cassia, which comes from the Greek 'kasia,' referring to the cinnamon-like spice or the…

Cat

Diminutive of Catherine, Greek

"pure"

May be the most modern, stylish Catherine nickname: more unusual than Kate or Cate, with an animal and word name edge. Cat Power is a trendy folksinger.

Cataleyah

Spelling variation of Cataleya

Cataleyah wins notice as one of the trendiest names of all time, rising quickly through the ranks inspired by the Zoe Saldana character in Colombiana and also the name of a genus of orchids.

Catalyna

Catalyna is a feminine given name that represents a creative variation of the classic name Catalina, which is the Spanish form of Catherine. The name ultimately derives from the Greek 'Aikaterine,'…

Catarina

Portuguese variation of Katherine

One of the most popular names of all time in Portugal and Brazil, with a romantic, lively sound. The main risk is confusion with other names that sound similar: Catalina, Katrina, and so forth.…

Cate

English diminutive of Catherine

"pure"

Time was, even C-starting Catherines who called themselves Kate spelled it with a K, but Cate Blanchett changed all. Cate is now as acceptable as (but not as well used as) Kate. Cait might be short…

Catelyn

Variant of Caitlin

This spelling of Caitlin is closely associated with Game of Thrones matriarch Catelyn Stark, whose name is pronounced CAT-lin on the show.

Caterina

Italian variation of Katherine

If your ancestry is Italian, you may want to consider this elegant twist on a classic.

Catherina

Catherina is a variant spelling of Katherine, one of history's most enduring feminine names. Derived from the Greek name Aikaterine, its meaning has been debated, with connections to the Greek…

Cathleen

Variation of Kathleen, English and Irish

"pure"

Variant of Kathleen

Cathryn

Cathryn is a feminine name that represents a variant spelling of Catherine, which traces back to Greek origins, meaning 'pure.' This alternative spelling maintains the classic elegance of the…

Cathy

English diminutive of Catherine, Greek

"pure"

One of the most popular nicknames of the fifties and sixties — and who could forget the romantic heroine of "Wuthering Heights"? — now largely ignored in favor of Cate or Kate.

Cati

Welsh diminutive of Catrin / Catherine

The Welsh version of Katie... if it's not too catty for you.

Catie

Catie is a feminine name primarily used as a diminutive form of Catherine or Katherine, which derives from the Greek name Aikaterine, possibly meaning "pure." This cheerful, approachable nickname has…

Catkin

Nature name

In botany, a catkin is a long, thin flower cluster found on trees such as willow, hazel, oak and birch. The word derives from Middle Dutch katteken "kitten", due to the resemblance to a kitten's…

Catlin

Catlin is a feminine name that originated as a variant spelling of Caitlin, the Irish form of Catherine. Catherine derives from the Greek name 'Aikaterine,' with debated meanings including 'pure' or…

Catlyn

Catlyn is a feminine name representing a modern variation of Caitlin, which itself derives from the Irish name Caitlín, a form of Katherine ultimately meaning "pure." This streamlined spelling…

Catlynn

Catlynn is a modern feminine name that blends 'Cat' with the popular suffix 'lynn.' It emerged as a creative variation of names like Caitlyn, Katelyn, or Catherine in the late 20th century. The first…

Cato

Dutch diminutive of Catharina

Cato may have risen to new prominence in the English speaking world as an ancient Roman boys' name, popularized by The Hunger Games. But in the Netherlands, it's most widely used as a short form for…