Gerene
girl nameGerene entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #2416 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#2416
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3719 |
| 1920s | #4463 |
| 1930s | #3599 |
| 1940s | #3765 |
| 1950s | #5078 |
| 1960s | #6573 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gerene are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gerene alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gerene in 2025?
- Gerene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gerene most popular?
- Gerene peaked in 1942, reaching #2416 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gerene with classmates?
- Gerene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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