Tate

Meaning of Tate

Cheerful; also a surname.

Tate has English roots — browse every English baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Tate

Tate is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #194 in 2025 from #436 in 2000.

Notable people named Tate

• Tate Donovan
  American actor and director
• Tate Ellington
  American actor
• Tate Stevens
  American country music singer
• Tate George
  Former basketball player
• Tate Martell
  American football player

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Questions about the name Tate

What does the name Tate mean?

Tate means cheerful; also a surname, and it comes from English origins.

Is Tate a boy's or a girl's name?

Tate is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Tate?

In 2025, Tate ranked #194 for boys, up from #210 the year before.

When was Tate most popular?

Tate peaked at #194 in 2025.