Tate is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #711 in 2009 with 42 recorded births. This places Tate in the top 12% 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 100.0%. In 2009, approximately 1 in every 8,051 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.