Gil
boy name#4857 in 2025Gil entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #685 in 1957, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#4857
rank today
#685
peak (1957)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2693 |
| 1920s | #2755 |
| 1930s | #1880 |
| 1940s | #1179 |
| 1950s | #777 |
| 1960s | #814 |
| 1970s | #1196 |
| 1980s | #1396 |
| 1990s | #1789 |
| 2000s | #2443 |
| 2010s | #3451 |
| 2020s | #4405 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gil has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 4,000 people named Gil are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gil alive today was born around 1969, making them about 56 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gil in 2025?
- Gil ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gil most popular?
- Gil peaked in 1957, reaching #685 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gil with classmates?
- Gil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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