Gaynor
girl nameGaynor entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #2922 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#2922
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4123 |
| 1930s | #3524 |
| 1940s | #4239 |
| 1950s | #5047 |
| 1960s | #6434 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gaynor are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gaynor alive today was born around 1949, making them about 76 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gaynor in 2025?
- Gaynor is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gaynor most popular?
- Gaynor peaked in 1939, reaching #2922 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gaynor with classmates?
- Gaynor will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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