Tayte
2025 SSA
2025 SSA
About Tayte
Tayte is a gender-neutral name with a modern feel, though here used as a feminine name. It likely originated as a variant spelling of Tate, which has English origins as a surname meaning "cheerful" or referring to someone who lived near a gate. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives it a contemporary edge while maintaining the clean, single-syllable impact of the original. Tayte has gained modest usage in recent decades, particularly in the United States and Australia, though it remains relatively uncommon. The name's brevity and strong sound make it appealing to parents seeking something concise yet distinctive. For girls specifically, Tayte offers the increasingly popular trend of traditionally masculine-sounding names that break gender conventions, similar to names like Blake or Quinn.
Tayte for boys#6411 US
Tayte is a modern masculine name with potential roots in Old English, possibly derived from 'tait' meaning 'cheerful' or 'pleasant.' It may also have evolved as a surname before transitioning to first-name usage, following the trend of surname-inspired given names. Tayte's distinctive spelling with the 'y' gives it a contemporary feel while maintaining a crisp, clean sound. The name has gained moderate recognition in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries, though it remains relatively uncommon. Tayte has an approachable yet distinctive quality with its short, punchy sound. Its uniqueness makes it appealing to parents seeking something modern and uncommon without being overly exotic or difficult to pronounce.
Pronounced TAYT.
As of October 2026, Tayte ranked #10041 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #9005 in 2003.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |