How popular is the name Gail in 2025?

Gail is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Gail most popular?

Gail peaked in 1936, reaching #367 among US boy names.

Gail will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Gail entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #367 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#367

peak (1936)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,900 people named Gail are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Gail alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gail in 2025?: Gail is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gail most popular?: Gail peaked in 1936, reaching #367 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gail with classmates?: Gail will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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