Yates vs Leven

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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Jazziel Dariell Evin Cainen

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Leven

Boy #5,885 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elm (river or settlement by elm trees)"

Origin: Brittonic/Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,885
Total SSA Count: 16
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear

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Alfy Rowland Broden Zed

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Popularity Comparison

Yates Rank #5,699

Leven Rank #5,885

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 vs #5885 for Leven.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yates or Leven more popular?

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 compared to Leven at #5885 in the United States.

What do Yates and Leven mean?

Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin). Leven means "elm (river or settlement by elm trees)" (Brittonic/Gaelic origin).

Are Yates and Leven boy or girl names?

Yates is primarily a boy name. Leven is primarily a boy name.

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