Gardenia
girl name#11932 in 2025Gardenia entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #1451 in 1937, ranks #11932 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#11932
rank today
#1451
peak (1937)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4704 |
| 1920s | #4286 |
| 1930s | #2624 |
| 1940s | #2430 |
| 1950s | #3002 |
| 1960s | #4354 |
| 1970s | #6966 |
| 1980s | #8070 |
| 1990s | #3946 |
| 2000s | #6850 |
| 2010s | #9858 |
| 2020s | #10382 |
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Gardenia are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gardenia alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gardenia in 2025?
- Gardenia ranks #11932 among US girl names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gardenia most popular?
- Gardenia peaked in 1937, reaching #1451 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gardenia with classmates?
- Gardenia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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