Bitter or beloved, plus pure
A compound name combining Mary and Kate. Mary is of Hebrew origin, likely meaning 'bitter' or 'beloved', while Kate is a diminutive of Katherine, derived from the Greek 'katharos' meaning 'pure'.
Less common today
Marykate isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,770 in 1993.
Actress and fashion designer
American actress known for 'What's Eating Gilbert Grape'
The spirited female lead · The Quiet Man
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
