Tate is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #629 in 1998 with 28 recorded births. This places Tate in the top 17% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Uncommon. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 152 births ranking #299. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 33.3%. In 1998, approximately 1 in every 11,088 boys born was named Tate. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Tate is a brisk, polished name usually linked with cheerfulness. Its brevity gives it a very modern feel, even though the root is older.
The name entered broader first-name use through surname trends and has stayed attractive because it is sharp, simple, and easy to remember. It is one of the shortest surname-style boys' names in regular use.