Galen vs Gates

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Galen

Boy #2,747 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"calm, tranquil"

Origin: Greek

English American Greek

✓ All Clear

Boy #3,229 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dweller by the gates"

Origin: English

English American

✓ All Clear

Galen Rank #2,747

Gates Rank #3,229

Galen is more popular, ranked #2747 vs #3229 for Gates.

Is Galen or Gates more popular?

Galen is more popular, ranked #2747 compared to Gates at #3229 in the United States.

What do Galen and Gates mean?

Galen means "calm, tranquil" (Greek origin). Gates means "dweller by the gates" (English origin).

Are Galen and Gates boy or girl names?

Galen is primarily a boy name. Gates is primarily a boy name.