Ward vs Gates

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ward

Boy #3,309 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"guardian, watchman"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #3,229 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"dweller by the gates"

Origin: English

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Ward Rank #3,309

Gates Rank #3,229

Gates is more popular, ranked #3229 vs #3309 for Ward.

Is Ward or Gates more popular?

Gates is more popular, ranked #3229 compared to Ward at #3309 in the United States.

What do Ward and Gates mean?

Ward means "guardian, watchman" (Old English origin). Gates means "dweller by the gates" (English origin).

Are Ward and Gates boy or girl names?

Ward is primarily a boy name. Gates is primarily a boy name.