Mates

Q: How popular is the name Mates?

Mates is ranked #36378 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ m-AYTS ]

Boy Name #36,378 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Mates is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced m-AYTS.

Parents who love the name Mates often also consider Jonie, Ayana, Hub .

Popularity Over Time

#36,378

Current Rank

New Entry Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #36,378
Total SSA Count: 5

Alternative Spellings

Mateo #7 Mateus #3014

Nicknames

Mat May Matie

Middle Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mates

Is Mates a boy or girl name?

Mates is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Mates?

Mates is pronounced m-AYTS.

How popular is the name Mates?

Mates is currently ranked #36378 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Mates?

Common nicknames for Mates include Mat, May, and Matie.

Is Mates a common or rare name?

Mates is an uncommon name, ranked #36378 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Mates

Mates is a boy name .

Mates is currently ranked #36,378 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Mates include Mat, May, and Matie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Mates include Mateo, Mateus . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.