Yates vs Ashby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Yates

Boy #5,699 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates"

Origin: Middle English

Cultural Roots

English American Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,699
Total SSA Count: 16
Syllables: 1
Formality: Moderate

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Jamon Akaius Heiden Meliodas

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Ashby

Boy #5,889 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,889
Total SSA Count: 16
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Braycen Kaston Lamelo Adarius

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Popularity Comparison

Yates Rank #5,699

Ashby Rank #5,889

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 vs #5889 for Ashby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yates or Ashby more popular?

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 compared to Ashby at #5889 in the United States.

What do Yates and Ashby mean?

Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin). Ashby means "ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees" (Old Norse origin).

Are Yates and Ashby boy or girl names?

Yates is primarily a boy name. Ashby is primarily a boy name.

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