Gibson
boy name#1677 in 2025Gibson entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #691 in 1882, ranks #1677 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1882–2025
#1677
rank today
#691
peak (1882)
98
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #825 |
| 1890s | #888 |
| 1900s | #1142 |
| 1910s | #1771 |
| 1920s | #2131 |
| 1930s | #2274 |
| 1940s | #2230 |
| 1950s | #2370 |
| 1960s | #2764 |
| 1970s | #4325 |
| 1980s | #3847 |
| 1990s | #2376 |
| 2000s | #1403 |
| 2010s | #931 |
| 2020s | #1519 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gibson has been most popular in MI, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 4,800 people named Gibson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gibson alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gibson in 2025?
- Gibson ranks #1677 among US boy names in 2025, with 98 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gibson most popular?
- Gibson peaked in 1882, reaching #691 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gibson with classmates?
- Gibson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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