Gilead
boy nameGilead entered the US charts in 1992, peaked at #7066 in 2015, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1992–2025
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rank today
#7066
peak (2015)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8435 |
| 2000s | #8310 |
| 2010s | #10638 |
| 2020s | #9681 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gilead are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gilead is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gilead in 2025?
- Gilead is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gilead most popular?
- Gilead peaked in 2015, reaching #7066 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gilead with classmates?
- Gilead will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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