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Dalen vs Yates

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Yates

Boy #5,699 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,699
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dalen Rank #5,626
Yates Rank #5,699

Dalen is more popular, ranked #5626 vs #5699 for Yates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dalen or Yates more popular?

Dalen is more popular, ranked #5626 compared to Yates at #5699 in the United States.

What do Dalen and Yates mean?

Dalen means "valley, dale" (Old English/Old Norse origin). Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin).

Are Dalen and Yates boy or girl names?

Dalen is primarily a boy name. Yates is primarily a boy name.

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