Female Name
Kaye
ˈkeɪ
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
Elder Scrolls characters
isograms
jockeys
politics
short forms
song titles
Swimming Hall of Famers
The Nanny characters
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
64/100
modern80%
informal80%
common80%
natural65%
wholesome65%
strong100%
strange65%
simple80%
Meaning & Etymology
Kaye is a variant of the name Kay, which has multiple origins and meanings. It can be derived from the Old English word 'cā', meaning 'rejoice', or from the Greek name 'Aikaterine', meaning 'pure'. Kaye is used both as a given name and a surname, and it has been adapted in various cultures and languages.
Etymology
Original Form:
Kay
Evolution:
The name Kaye evolved from Kay, which itself has roots in Old English and Greek. Over time, Kaye became a distinct variant, often used to add a unique or feminine touch to the original name.
Source:
Etymological dictionaries and historical name records