Gates vs Galen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gates

Boy #3,229 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dweller by the gates"

Origin: English

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Boy #2,747 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"calm, tranquil"

Origin: Greek

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Gates Rank #3,229

Galen Rank #2,747

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

Is Gates or Galen more popular?

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

What do Gates and Galen mean?

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

Are Gates and Galen boy or girl names?

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