Gent
boy nameGent entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #3825 in 1915, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#3825
peak (1915)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3825 |
| 2000s | #9891 |
| 2010s | #10846 |
| 2020s | #12239 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gent are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gent is a kid of about 12 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gent in 2025?
- Gent is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gent most popular?
- Gent peaked in 1915, reaching #3825 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gent with classmates?
- Gent will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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