Tate
Gender: Mostly Boy
Meaning: Cheerful or pleasant
Origin: Old English/Norse
Popularity: Ranked #194 in 2025 with 1,862 babies born.
History: Tate is derived from the Old English or Old Norse personal name Tata, thought to mean cheerful or pleasant. It was common as a surname in northern England and Scotland. As a given name, its short, punchy sound has made it increasingly popular in the United States, and it is also associated with the prestigious Tate art galleries in Britain.
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Tate? About 1 in 1,646 babies born in 2025 were named Tate, or roughly 5.5 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Tate
What does the name Tate mean?
Tate means “Cheerful or pleasant” from Old English/Norse roots.
What is the origin of the name Tate?
Tate has Old English/Norse origin. The traditional meaning is “Cheerful or pleasant”.
How popular is Tate?
Tate ranked #193 in 2025 — given to 1,862 babies that year.
When was Tate most popular?
Tate peaked in 2025 with 1,862 babies registered that year.
Is Tate a boy or girl name?
Tate is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Tates in registered births are male.
Is the name Tate rising or falling in popularity?
Tate has risen 3917 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #4110 in 2020 to #193 in 2025.
How long has Tate been recorded?
Tate appears in birth records across 97 years — from 1912 through 2025.