Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tate has its roots in Old English, meaning 'cheerful' or 'bringer of joy'. It evolved from historical forms such as Tata and Tatum. The name is associated with modern traits of creativity and individuality. It does not have biblical relevance. Tate has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in the United States.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/teɪt/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Tate is derived from the Old English term 'tata', meaning 'cheerful' or 'bringer of joy'. It can also be considered a diminutive form of the name 'Tatum'.
Meaning
cheerful, bringer of joy
Language Evolution
Tata, Tatum, Tate
Historical Usage
The name Tate has gained popularity as a given name in the United States since the late 20th century, particularly as a unisex name.
Variants & Derivatives
Tatum, Tatey, Tates
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Tate is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Tate Donovan, Tate McRae, Tate Modern (museum)
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 1,928 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 48 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3199th of 7545 | 107 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4330th of 6773 | 43 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2600th of 7552 | 189 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1002nd of 10718 | 1,039 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 867th of 16616 | 2,114 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 430th of 24088 | 9,935 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 333rd of 23106 | 12,103 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14367th of 19264 | 16 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6109th of 27321 | 208 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3644th of 35406 | 638 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3527th of 30306 | 533 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
47.24% 1311th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
29.69% 872nd/2937 |
52.74% 1837th/3483 |
42.47% 1494th/3518 |
29.13% 1178th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.24% 672nd/3685 |
35.13% 1572nd/4475 |
19.58% 1017th/5194 |
13.60% 859th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
6.46% 296th/4582 |
14.54% 751st/5164 |
7.32% 535th/7313 |
5.64% 421st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
5.82% 232nd/3984 |
12.08% 542nd/4487 |
5.15% 351st/6822 |
6.01% 377th/6276 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
94.98% 4352nd/4582 |
86.77% 4481st/5164 |
64.34% 4705th/7313 |
56.14% 4190th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
88.13% 3511th/3984 |
- |
53.14% 3625th/6822 |
62.95% 3951st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Utah across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3199th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4330th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2600th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1002nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 867th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 430th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 333rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14367th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6109th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3644th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3527th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.