Paxton vs Tate

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tate

Boy #210 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cheerful, pleasant"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#210
Total SSA Count
1,697
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Paxton Rank #288
Tate Rank #210

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #288 for Paxton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paxton or Tate more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Paxton at #288 in the United States.

What do Paxton and Tate mean?

Paxton means "peace town; settlement of peace" (Latin/Old English origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Paxton and Tate boy or girl names?

Paxton is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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