Kate

Kate is an English short form of Katherine, which derives ultimately from the Greek name Aikaterine, whose precise root is debated but is often associated with the Greek word katharos, meaning pure. The name has been in common use throughout the English-speaking world for centuries and was borne by several notable figures, including the Shakespearean character Kate in The Taming of the Shrew. It functions as both an independent given name and a pet form, and is closely related to Katherine, Catherine, Katarina, and Katie.