Gaelan
boy nameGaelan entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #3599 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#3599
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5294 |
| 1990s | #7134 |
| 2000s | #9178 |
| 2010s | #12108 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Gaelan are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gaelan alive today was born around 1991, making them about 34 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gaelan in 2025?
- Gaelan is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gaelan most popular?
- Gaelan peaked in 1985, reaching #3599 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gaelan with classmates?
- Gaelan will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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