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Max vs Tate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Max

Boy #175 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"greatest"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#175
Total SSA Count
2,120
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Max Rank #175
Tate Rank #210

Max is more popular, ranked #175 vs #210 for Tate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Max or Tate more popular?

Max is more popular, ranked #175 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Max and Tate mean?

Max means "greatest" (Latin origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Max and Tate boy or girl names?

Max is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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