Gilmore
boy nameGilmore entered the US charts in 1902, peaked at #986 in 1914, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1902–2025
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rank today
#986
peak (1914)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1222 |
| 1910s | #1361 |
| 1920s | #1856 |
| 1930s | #2228 |
| 1940s | #2286 |
| 1950s | #2925 |
| 1960s | #3601 |
| 1970s | #4505 |
| 1990s | #8518 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Gilmore are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gilmore alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gilmore in 2025?
- Gilmore is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gilmore most popular?
- Gilmore peaked in 1914, reaching #986 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gilmore with classmates?
- Gilmore will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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