Sullivan 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

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Popularity Comparison

Sullivan Rank #340
Tate Rank #210

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 vs #340 for Sullivan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sullivan or Tate more popular?

Tate is more popular, ranked #210 compared to Sullivan at #340 in the United States.

What do Sullivan and Tate mean?

Sullivan means "descendant of the dark one" (Irish Gaelic origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Sullivan and Tate boy or girl names?

Sullivan is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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