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Yates vs Tycho

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

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Tycho

Boy #5,810 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"hitting the mark, fortunate"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Danish Dutch English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,810
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Yates Rank #5,699
Tycho Rank #5,810

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 vs #5810 for Tycho.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yates or Tycho more popular?

Yates is more popular, ranked #5699 compared to Tycho at #5810 in the United States.

What do Yates and Tycho mean?

Yates means "gatekeeper, one who lives by the gates" (Middle English origin). Tycho means "hitting the mark, fortunate" (Greek origin).

Are Yates and Tycho boy or girl names?

Yates is primarily a boy name. Tycho is primarily a boy name.

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