Yates vs Dez

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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Dez

Boy #5,597 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"short form of Desmond (south Munster, Ireland)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish/British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,597
Total SSA Count: 17
Syllables: 1
Formality: Casual

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Yates Rank #5,699

Dez Rank #5,597

Dez is more popular, ranked #5597 vs #5699 for Yates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yates or Dez more popular?

Dez is more popular, ranked #5597 compared to Yates at #5699 in the United States.

What do Yates and Dez mean?

Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin). Dez means "short form of Desmond (south Munster, Ireland)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Yates and Dez boy or girl names?

Yates is primarily a boy name. Dez is primarily a boy name.

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