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By Clare Green · Jul 2026

Gates

OriginEnglish
Meaning"person living near town gates"
GenderGirl
Also a boy's nameShow me Gates as a boy's name
NB Rank#6307

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The name Gates peaked for girls at #8342 in 1994. Gates is occasionally used for boys in 2025.

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