Gervais
boy nameGervais entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #4201 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#4201
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4201 |
| 2000s | #9112 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gervais are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gervais alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gervais in 2025?
- Gervais is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gervais most popular?
- Gervais peaked in 1926, reaching #4201 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gervais with classmates?
- Gervais will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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