Bates

== English == === Etymology === A patronymic surname that is derived from Batte, a medieval form of the male given name Bartholomew + -s (denoting "son of") hence meaning "son of Bartholomew". === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /beɪts/ Homophones: baits, bates === Proper noun === Bates A surname originating as a patronymic. A number of places in the United States: An unincorporated community in Scott County, Arkansas. An unincorporated community in New Berlin Township, Sangamon County, Illinois. A ghost town in Acme Township, Grand Traverse County, Michigan. A township in Iron County, Michigan. A hamlet in the town of Ellington, Chautauqua County, New York. An unincorporated community in Grant County, Oregon. ==== Derived terms ==== === Anagrams === beast, Beats, baste, Sebat, besat, beats, abets, esbat, Beast, BEAST, betas, tabes