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Madix 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

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Popularity Comparison

Madix Rank #5,671
Yates Rank #5,699

Madix is more popular, ranked #5671 vs #5699 for Yates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Madix or Yates more popular?

Madix is more popular, ranked #5671 compared to Yates at #5699 in the United States.

What do Madix and Yates mean?

Madix means "son of good fortune" (Welsh Madawc/Madoc origin). Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin).

Are Madix and Yates boy or girl names?

Madix is primarily a boy name. Yates is primarily a boy name.

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