Marykate Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Marykate has its origins in English, combining the meanings of 'beloved' from Mary and 'pure' from Kate. It evolved from the Hebrew name Miriam through Latin and Old French forms before becoming popular in modern English. The name reflects traits of warmth and purity, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique variant of the more traditional names Mary and Kate.
The name Marykate is most popular in Massachusetts, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Marykate has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Marykate' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5919th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4399th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2432nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3171st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5080th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Marykate' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Marykate"
Pronunciation
/ˈmɛr.i.keɪt/
Origin
English
Etymology
Marykate is a combination of the names Mary and Kate. Mary is derived from the Hebrew name Miriam, meaning 'beloved' or 'wished for child,' while Kate is a diminutive of Katherine, which is of Greek origin meaning 'pure.'
Meaning
beloved; pure
Language Evolution
Miriam (Hebrew), Maria (Latin), Mary (Old French, Middle English), Katherine (Greek), Kate (English), Marykate (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Mary has been a popular name for centuries, especially in Christian contexts, due to its association with the Virgin Mary. The name Kate gained popularity in the 19th century. The combined form Marykate emerged more recently in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Mary, Kate, Katherine, Molly, Maree
Modern Popularity & Image
Marykate is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with a blend of traditional values and contemporary style.
Famous People
Mary-Kate Olsen, American actress and fashion designer, Mary-Kate Ashley, American actress and fashion designer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Marykate"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Marykate"
"Marykate" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5919th of 12526 | 78 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4399th of 19264 | 210 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2432nd of 27321 | 760 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3171st of 35406 | 785 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 5080th of 30306 | 312 |
Regional Popularity of "Marykate" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Marykate" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
69.28% 2413th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
52.92% 1950th/3685 |
22.88% 1024th/4475 |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
65.68% 4149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
64.14% 2939th/4582 |
29.28% 1512th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
57.11% 4262nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 3984th/3984 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Marykate"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Marykate" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.