Nate
- Pronunciation
- [Nate]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Given. Form Of Nathan.
- Origin
- Hebrew
Nate Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 4,395 baby boys have been named Nate. The name peaked in 2007 with 181 US births that year (rank #1046). In 2024, ranked #1570 nationally — 524 places below its 2007 peak.
Top States for Nate
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Nate births are: California (393), Texas (248), New York (226).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Nate
If you like Nate's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
4-Letter Names Starting with N
Names with Nate's exact length and starting letter: Naal, Nada, Naia, Naim, Naji.
Quick Facts About Nate
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nat | Given. Form Of Nathan. | Male | Hebrew |
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Compare Nate to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Nate against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).
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