Gerlene
girl nameGerlene entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2424 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2424
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3919 |
| 1920s | #3978 |
| 1930s | #2971 |
| 1940s | #3299 |
| 1950s | #4180 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Gerlene are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gerlene 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 Gerlene in 2025?
- Gerlene is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gerlene most popular?
- Gerlene peaked in 1940, reaching #2424 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gerlene with classmates?
- Gerlene will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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