Gervase
boy nameGervase entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1889 in 1930, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1889
peak (1930)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2909 |
| 1920s | #3139 |
| 1930s | #2916 |
| 1940s | #3338 |
| 1960s | #4038 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gervase are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gervase alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gervase in 2025?
- Gervase is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gervase most popular?
- Gervase peaked in 1930, reaching #1889 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gervase with classmates?
- Gervase will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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