Tate Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Boy Names Like Tate

Tate Name Origin: English
Pronunciation: t(a)-te
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Tate Name Meaning

The name Tate is thought to mean “cheerful.” This meaning is fitting for a name that has come to represent optimism, positivity, and happiness.

Origins of the Name Tate

The name Tate is of English origin, and it is a surname that was originally derived from the Old English word “tate,” which meant “cheerful.”

Popularity of the Name Tate

The popularity of the name Tate has risen in recent years, and it is now a popular choice for boys’ names. In 2020, Tate ranked #268 in popularity for boys’ names in the United States, according to the Social Security Administration.

Famous Tates

There have been several famous individuals named Tate, including Tate Donovan, the American actor, and Tate Stevens, the American singer. However, the most famous Tate of all may be Tate Modern, the famous art museum located in London, England.

Final Thoughts on the Name Tate

So there you have it! The name Tate is a simple, stylish, and modern name that has gained popularity in recent years. Whether you’re a fan of English culture, optimistic and positive names, or simply looking for a name that is both trendy and fashionable, Tate is a great choice. With its rich history, cultural significance, and continued popularity, Tate is a name that is sure to stand the test of time.

Tate Name Popularity

How popular is the name Tate? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	—	0	0%
1911	—	0	0%
1912	—	0	0%
1913	—	0	0%
1914	—	0	0%
1915	—	0	0%
1916	—	0	0%
1917	—	0	0%
1918	—	0	0%
1919	—	0	0%
1920	—	0	0%
1921	—	0	0%
1922	—	0	0%
1923	—	0	0%
1924	—	0	0%
1925	—	0	0%
1926	—	0	0%
1927	—	0	0%
1928	—	0	0%
1929	—	0	0%
1930	—	0	0%
1931	—	0	0%
1932	—	0	0%
1933	—	0	0%
1934	—	0	0%
1935	—	0	0%
1936	—	0	0%
1937	—	0	0%
1938	—	0	0%
1939	—	0	0%
1940	—	0	0%
1941	—	0	0%
1942	—	0	0%
1943	—	0	0%
1944	—	0	0%
1945	—	0	0%
1946	—	0	0%
1947	—	0	0%
1948	—	0	0%
1949	—	0	0%
1950	—	0	0%
1951	—	0	0%
1952	—	0	0%
1953	—	0	0%
1954	—	0	0%
1955	—	0	0%
1956	—	0	0%
1957	—	0	0%
1958	—	0	0%
1959	—	0	0%
1960	1,548	5	0.0003%
1961	1,511	5	0.0003%
1962	—	0	0%
1963	1,461	6	0.0003%
1964	1,333	8	0.0005%
1965	—	0	0%
1966	—	0	0%
1967	1,339	7	0.0005%
1968	1,600	5	0.0003%
1969	1,604	5	0.0003%
1970	1,490	7	0.0004%
1971	801	58	0.0039%
1972	893	40	0.0029%
1973	1,093	20	0.0015%
1974	1,765	5	0.0004%
1975	1,058	25	0.0019%
1976	1,169	20	0.0016%
1977	1,101	26	0.0019%
1978	992	34	0.0025%
1979	1,501	11	0.0008%
1980	2,044	5	0.0003%
1981	1,436	14	0.001%
1982	—	0	0%
1983	1,696	8	0.0005%
1984	—	0	0%
1985	1,875	7	0.0005%
1986	1,302	21	0.0014%
1987	1,388	20	0.0013%
1988	1,374	23	0.0015%
1989	1,504	20	0.0012%
1990	1,227	39	0.0024%
1991	1,052	61	0.0037%
1992	685	178	0.0112%
1993	686	176	0.0113%
1994	633	223	0.0145%
1995	689	188	0.0125%
1996	578	268	0.0179%
1997	550	311	0.021%
1998	513	367	0.0245%
1999	458	458	0.0306%
2000	433	521	0.0341%
2001	428	529	0.0351%
2002	448	510	0.034%
2003	397	619	0.0407%
2004	389	662	0.0434%
2005	380	726	0.0475%
2006	410	685	0.0437%
2007	406	685	0.0434%
2008	430	637	0.0412%
2009	430	619	0.0414%
2010	394	684	0.0475%
2011	389	697	0.0489%
2012	378	749	0.0526%
2013	353	853	0.0599%
2014	385	766	0.0526%
2015	412	711	0.0489%
2016	439	658	0.0456%
2017	441	650	0.0466%
2018	487	539	0.0392%
2019	429	665	0.0491%
2020	356	825	0.0648%
2021	301	1,067	0.0873%
2022	247	1,399	0.106%

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Data via SSA.gov.

Names Like Tate

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What names are variants of Tate?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Tate.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Tait	Cheerful, happy	Scandinavian
Taitt	Cheerful	English
Tayte	Cheerful, happy	Scandinavian

What names sound like Tate?

If you like how Tate sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Tate.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Dade	Deed	English
Tad	Heart	Gaelic
Tadd	Heart	English
Tadeo	A Spanish form of Thaddeus.	Spanish
Tadi	Breeze, wind	Native American
Tito	Unknown; disputed	Latin, Spanish

Lists With Tate

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Siblings of Tate

Mamas with kids named Tate also have kids with these names.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Leighton	From the town by the Meadow	English
Meara	Jolly, jovial	Irish
Tobin	God is good	Hebrew
Kallista	Most beautiful	Greek
Fiona	Fair or white	Scottish

Josie	God will increase	English
Ezra	Help	Hebrew
Maddyson
Gage	Pledge	English

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8 Comments

Karlye May 12 at 9:35 am

I could imagine my fianc? calling him this name and I fell in love with the thought of that. I actually like that I can give him a little nick name for when he’s a baby. Like tater tot?

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Lauri Jul 23 at 9:21 pm

Our son, Tate, was born in 2013. My husband’s stepfather has the last name of Tate. He raised 4 children and never had any of his own, so we thought it was a great way to honor him.

Our Tate is so sweet and cheerful. He is the kind of person you just feel happy to be around. A true gift!! I secretly hope this name doesn’t get really popular but k keep hearing it more often, lately. I knew NO other kid or person named Tate when we chose the name.

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Carissa Jul 19 at 10:34 am

Unique and means cheerful

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Sheena Mar 30 at 4:15 pm

I let my boyfriend choose his name and at the time he was watching Yellowstone and he said do you like the name Tate Ryan and I loved it so that’s how we got the name

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Jodie Dec 10 at 9:47 pm

In 1993 I named my second born son TATE. I loved the name, it was very unique..we live in Australia & at that time I knew of no other TATE’S. The meaning of TATE is CHEERFUL & HAPPY & couldn’t be truer of my boy. He is now 28 yo & I still love his name. He has the most beautiful easy going nature, a very free spirit, the biggest kindest caring heart of pure gold & he touches the lives of everyone who is fortunate to know him with happiness and endless laughter. He truly is someone profoundly special..he has this different glow about him..he just shines brilliantly brighter than anyone else ?

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Teranie Bardin Apr 14 at 9:07 am

I heard the name years ago on a Tv show and just loved it. When my wife and I had been dating awhile I told her that’s what I wanted to name my son. A few days later she was driving and thinking about the name and passed a Sonic. She yelled Oh my god!! Tator Tot!! I could call him my Tator Tot. It stuck. I liked that it was different. I also liked how country it sounds. (We live in Texas) Little Tate out in the woods with his boots on.

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Tara Apr 23 at 11:25 pm

Tate was a long awaited brother, and this name means ‘one who brings happiness to others’…perfect for him and as a blessing over his whole life.

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Allie Apr 22 at 1:59 pm

My husband and I wanted a shorter, strong boy’s name that was unique but not “bizarre”. The name “Tate” was actually the last name of a standout football player (Drew Tate) at our alma mater, so that added some extra significance as well. Four years later, we still love his name!

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