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Pate

Pronunciation: [ p-AYT ]

Boy Name #28,322 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Pate is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced p-AYT.

Parents who love the name Pate often also consider Pauline, Pattie, Patsy .

Popularity Over Time

#28,322
Current Rank
Peaked 1963 Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#28,322
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pate

Is Pate a boy or girl name?
Pate is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Pate?
Pate is pronounced p-AYT.
How popular is the name Pate?
Pate is currently ranked #28322 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Pate a common or rare name?
Pate is an uncommon name, ranked #28322 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Pate

Pate is a boy name .

Pate is currently ranked #28,322 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Pate include Patrick, Patton, Patricio . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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