Mates
boy nameMates entered the US charts in 2016, peaked at #10775 in 2017, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2016–2025
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rank today
#10775
peak (2017)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #11480 |
| 2020s | #12349 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Mates has been most popular in NY.
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Mates are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Mates is a kid of about 8 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Mates in 2025?
- Mates is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Mates most popular?
- Mates peaked in 2017, reaching #10775 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Mates with classmates?
- Mates will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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