Bane vs Gates

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bane

Boy #3,170 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"cause of death, ruin, poison"

Origin: Old English bana

Cultural Roots

American English Serbian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,170
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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Popularity Comparison

Bane Rank #3,170
Gates Rank #3,229

Bane is more popular, ranked #3170 vs #3229 for Gates.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bane ___

  • Bane James
  • Bane Alexander
  • Bane Michael
  • Bane Oliver
  • Bane Elliot
  • Bane Reese

Gates ___

  • Gates William
  • Gates Henry
  • Gates Thomas
  • Gates James
  • Gates Alexander
  • Gates Grant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bane or Gates more popular?

Bane is more popular, ranked #3170 compared to Gates at #3229 in the United States.

What do Bane and Gates mean?

Bane means "cause of death, ruin, poison" (Old English bana origin). Gates means "dweller by the gates" (English origin).

Are Bane and Gates boy or girl names?

Bane is primarily a boy name. Gates is primarily a boy name.

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