Bates

Pronunciation: [ b-AYTS ]

Boy Name #8,344 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Bates is a boy name, recorded for 10 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced b-AYTS.

Parents who love the name Bates often also consider Barbara, Bama, Barney .

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #8,344
Total SSA Count: 10

Nicknames

Bat Bay Batie

Similar Names

Barbara Bama Barney Bailey Basil Baxter Bart Ballard

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bates

Is Bates a boy or girl name?

Bates is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Bates?

Bates is pronounced b-AYTS.

How popular is the name Bates?

Bates is currently ranked #8344 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Bates?

Common nicknames for Bates include Bat, Bay, and Batie.

Is Bates a common or rare name?

Bates is an uncommon name, ranked #8344 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Bates

Bates is a boy name .

Bates is currently ranked #8,344 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Bates include Bat, Bay, and Batie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.