How popular is the name Gilmer in 2025?

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

When was the name Gilmer most popular?

Gilmer peaked in 1907, reaching #930 among US boy names.

Gilmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Gilmer entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #930 in 1907, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#930

peak (1907)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 400 people named Gilmer are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Gilmer alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Gilmer in 2025?: Gilmer is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Gilmer most popular?: Gilmer peaked in 1907, reaching #930 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Gilmer with classmates?: Gilmer will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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