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Cate

kate

Popularity

#5034

falling

Letters

4

Syllables

1

Origin

Greek

Total Births

1,778

Peak Year

#152 in 2008

First Recorded

1980

Style

Classic & Timeless, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Cate is a short form of Catherine, derived from the Greek Aikaterine, of uncertain meaning. Popular theories include 'pure' or 'torture.'

Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Cate Blanchett

    Australian actress known for versatile performances

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Personality Traits

IndependentStrongIntelligentPractical

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