Tate is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #2342 in 2022 with 80 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 160 births ranking #1379. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 158.1%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 20,485 girls 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.