Latham 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

Latham Rank #5,539
Yates Rank #5,699

Latham is more popular, ranked #5539 vs #5699 for Yates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Latham or Yates more popular?

Latham is more popular, ranked #5539 compared to Yates at #5699 in the United States.

What do Latham and Yates mean?

Latham means "at the barns, near the granary" (Old Norse origin). Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin).

Are Latham and Yates boy or girl names?

Latham is primarily a boy name. Yates is primarily a boy name.

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