Gates vs Olivia

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Gates

Boy #3,229 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"dweller by the gates"

Origin: English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,229
Total SSA Count
37
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gat, Gaie, Gatkins

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Gates Rank #3,229
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 vs #3229 for Gates.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gates ___

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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Gates

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If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gates or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Gates at #3229 in the United States.

What do Gates and Olivia mean?

Gates means "dweller by the gates" (English origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Gates and Olivia boy or girl names?

Gates is primarily a boy name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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