Yates Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAYTS / /jeɪts/English; Irish
Meaning
English: son of the gatekeeper; Irish: descendant of the gatekeeper
Historical & Cultural Background
The surname Yates is of English origin, derived from the Old English word 'geat', meaning 'gate'. It is often associated with families who lived near a gate or a barrier. In Ireland, Yates can also be an anglicized form of the Gaelic surname 'O'Géibheanna', meaning 'descendant of Géibheann'. The name has been used as a given name in modern times, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Yates has seen limited popularity as a given name in the United States.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yates was first seen in the United States in 1914. Yates has ranked as high as #1344 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Yates has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yates (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 11 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 10 |
| 1920 | 14 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1931 | 6 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1947 | 7 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1959 | 5 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 8 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2013 | 10 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 16 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 12 |
| 2019 | 12 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 16 |