Boy nameNot in the current top chartsSteady
Mate
//ˈmeɪt//
1 syllablePeak year: 20164 lettersStarts with M
Meaning & origin
We're still researching Mate's meaning
We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Mate's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Mate |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 7 |
Mate through the decades
- Mate peaked in 2016, when 8 babies were named Mate in the US.
- The 2020s were Mate's strongest decade, averaging 7 births a year.