kåte

Käte is a feminine given name of German origin. It is commonly used as a diminutive form of Katharina, a name of Greek origin often associated with the meaning "pure." In German, Käte is written with an umlaut, and the form appears in German-speaking regions such as Germany and Austria. The name has also appeared in neighboring countries and in families with traditional naming patterns.

Variants and usage: Related diminutives include Käthe and Kathi, while Kate or Kathie are common European spellings in non-German contexts. Käte has been most prevalent in the early to mid-20th century but remains in occasional use today, especially in families with historical naming traditions.

Notable bearers: Käte Hamburger, a German literary theorist. The name has appeared in literature and history as part of German-speaking cultural circles.

See also: Katharina, Käthe.