Davontae 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

Popularity Comparison

Davontae Rank #5,827
Yates Rank #5,699

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 vs #5827 for Davontae.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davontae or Yates more popular?

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 compared to Davontae at #5827 in the United States.

What do Davontae and Yates mean?

Davontae means "beloved, gift of God" (Hebrew via David origin). Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin).

Are Davontae and Yates boy or girl names?

Davontae is primarily a boy name. Yates is primarily a boy name.

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