How popular is the name Gay in 2025?

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

When was the name Gay most popular?

Gay peaked in 1890, reaching #739 among US boy names.

Gay will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Gay entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #739 in 1890, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#739

peak (1890)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Gay are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Gay alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gay in 2025?: Gay is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gay most popular?: Gay peaked in 1890, reaching #739 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gay with classmates?: Gay will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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