How popular is the name Gearl in 2025?

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

When was the name Gearl most popular?

Gearl peaked in 1942, reaching #1867 among US boy names.

Gearl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Gearl entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #1867 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

—

rank today

#1867

peak (1942)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Gearl are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Gearl alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gearl in 2025?: Gearl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gearl most popular?: Gearl peaked in 1942, reaching #1867 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gearl with classmates?: Gearl will almost certainly be the only one in school.

Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.