Yates vs Cayce

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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Cayce

Boy #5,791 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"brave in battle, vigilant"

Origin: Irish Gaelic O Cathasaigh

Cultural Roots

Irish American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,791
Total SSA Count: 16
Syllables: 2
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Yosohn Braycen Dallan Zeek

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Popularity Comparison

Yates Rank #5,699

Cayce Rank #5,791

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 vs #5791 for Cayce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yates or Cayce more popular?

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 compared to Cayce at #5791 in the United States.

What do Yates and Cayce mean?

Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin). Cayce means "brave in battle, vigilant" (Irish Gaelic O Cathasaigh origin).

Are Yates and Cayce boy or girl names?

Yates is primarily a boy name. Cayce is primarily a boy name.

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