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Gates vs Pete

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Pete

Boy #3,090 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,090
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Gates Rank #3,229
Pete Rank #3,090

Pete is more popular, ranked #3090 vs #3229 for Gates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gates or Pete more popular?

Pete is more popular, ranked #3090 compared to Gates at #3229 in the United States.

What do Gates and Pete mean?

Gates means "dweller by the gates" (English origin). Pete means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Gates and Pete boy or girl names?

Gates is primarily a boy name. Pete is primarily a boy name.

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