Gale
boy name#6446 in 2025Gale entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #321 in 1939, ranks #6446 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#6446
rank today
#321
peak (1939)
13
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #914 |
| 1890s | #795 |
| 1900s | #726 |
| 1910s | #590 |
| 1920s | #426 |
| 1930s | #360 |
| 1940s | #353 |
| 1950s | #509 |
| 1960s | #837 |
| 1970s | #1680 |
| 1980s | #3691 |
| 1990s | #6147 |
| 2000s | #10090 |
| 2010s | #8260 |
| 2020s | #7852 |
Living bearers
About 5,000 people named Gale are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gale alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gale in 2025?
- Gale ranks #6446 among US boy names in 2025, with 13 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gale most popular?
- Gale peaked in 1939, reaching #321 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gale with classmates?
- Gale will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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