Gerson
boy name#1571 in 2025Gerson entered the US charts in 1909, peaked at #1137 in 2005, ranks #1571 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1909–2025
#1571
rank today
#1137
peak (2005)
108
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1440 |
| 1910s | #2066 |
| 1920s | #2327 |
| 1930s | #2788 |
| 1940s | #3115 |
| 1950s | #3357 |
| 1960s | #3314 |
| 1970s | #3232 |
| 1980s | #2099 |
| 1990s | #1424 |
| 2000s | #1265 |
| 2010s | #1610 |
| 2020s | #1721 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gerson has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 3,900 people named Gerson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gerson alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gerson in 2025?
- Gerson ranks #1571 among US boy names in 2025, with 108 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gerson most popular?
- Gerson peaked in 2005, reaching #1137 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gerson with classmates?
- Gerson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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