Tate vs Cole

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

Tate Rank #210
Cole Rank #162

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 vs #210 for Tate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tate or Cole more popular?

Cole is more popular, ranked #162 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Tate and Cole mean?

Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are Tate and Cole boy or girl names?

Tate is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.

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