How popular is the name Gayle in 2025?

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

When was the name Gayle most popular?

Gayle peaked in 1936, reaching #406 among US boy names.

Gayle will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Gayle entered the US charts in 1898, peaked at #406 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#406

peak (1936)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 1,800 people named Gayle are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Gayle alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gayle in 2025?: Gayle is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gayle most popular?: Gayle peaked in 1936, reaching #406 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gayle with classmates?: Gayle will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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