Tatum 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

Tatum Rank #195
Tate Rank #210

Tatum is more popular, ranked #195 vs #210 for Tate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tatum or Tate more popular?

Tatum is more popular, ranked #195 compared to Tate at #210 in the United States.

What do Tatum and Tate mean?

Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin). Tate means "cheerful, pleasant" (Old English origin).

Are Tatum and Tate boy or girl names?

Tatum is primarily a boy name. Tate is primarily a boy name.

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