Gin
boy nameGin entered the US charts in 1988, peaked at #7270 in 1988, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1988–2025
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rank today
#7270
peak (1988)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7270 |
| 2010s | #11007 |
| 2020s | #10938 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gin are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gin is a kid of about 9 — 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 Gin in 2025?
- Gin is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gin most popular?
- Gin peaked in 1988, reaching #7270 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gin with classmates?
- Gin will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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