How popular is the name Gifford in 2025?

Gifford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Gifford most popular?

Gifford peaked in 1898, reaching #804 among US boy names.

Gifford will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Gifford entered the US charts in 1891, peaked at #804 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

—

rank today

#804

peak (1898)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 600 people named Gifford are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Gifford alive today was born around 1941, making them about 84 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gifford in 2025?: Gifford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gifford most popular?: Gifford peaked in 1898, reaching #804 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gifford with classmates?: Gifford will almost certainly be the only one in school.

Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.