Yates vs Dillion

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

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Yates Rank #5,699
Dillion Rank #5,680

Dillion is more popular, ranked #5680 vs #5699 for Yates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yates or Dillion more popular?

Dillion is more popular, ranked #5680 compared to Yates at #5699 in the United States.

What do Yates and Dillion mean?

Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin). Dillion means "faithful, loyal" (Old Irish Dallán origin).

Are Yates and Dillion boy or girl names?

Yates is primarily a boy name. Dillion is primarily a boy name.

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