Nate vs Slater

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Slater

Boy #1,543 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"one who works with slate"

Origin: Middle English (sclater/slater)

Cultural Roots

American English Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,543
Total SSA Count
114
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Nate Rank #1,571
Slater Rank #1,543

Slater is more popular, ranked #1543 vs #1571 for Nate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nate or Slater more popular?

Slater is more popular, ranked #1543 compared to Nate at #1571 in the United States.

What do Nate and Slater mean?

Nate means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Slater means "one who works with slate" (Middle English (sclater/slater) origin).

Are Nate and Slater boy or girl names?

Nate is primarily a boy name. Slater is primarily a boy name.

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