Nate vs Woods

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Woods

Boy #1,762 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"from the forest, woodland dweller"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,762
Total SSA Count
94
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Nate Rank #1,571
Woods Rank #1,762

Nate is more popular, ranked #1571 vs #1762 for Woods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nate or Woods more popular?

Nate is more popular, ranked #1571 compared to Woods at #1762 in the United States.

What do Nate and Woods mean?

Nate means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Woods means "from the forest, woodland dweller" (Old English origin).

Are Nate and Woods boy or girl names?

Nate is primarily a boy name. Woods is primarily a boy name.

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