Gelsey
girl nameGelsey entered the US charts in 1979, peaked at #5280 in 1996, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1979–2025
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rank today
#5280
peak (1996)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #10210 |
| 1990s | #9384 |
| 2000s | #9478 |
| 2010s | #12993 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Gelsey are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gelsey alive today was born around 2001, making them about 24 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gelsey in 2025?
- Gelsey is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gelsey most popular?
- Gelsey peaked in 1996, reaching #5280 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gelsey with classmates?
- Gelsey will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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