Gawain
boy name#12008 in 2025Gawain entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #3318 in 1974, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
#12008
rank today
#3318
peak (1974)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3668 |
| 1960s | #3951 |
| 1970s | #4485 |
| 1990s | #9912 |
| 2000s | #10496 |
| 2010s | #12212 |
| 2020s | #11415 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gawain are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gawain alive today was born around 1999, making them about 26 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gawain in 2025?
- Gawain ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gawain most popular?
- Gawain peaked in 1974, reaching #3318 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gawain with classmates?
- Gawain will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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