Gladden
boy nameGladden entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #3959 in 1929, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#3959
peak (1929)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4133 |
Living bearers
The typical Gladden alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gladden in 2025?
- Gladden is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gladden most popular?
- Gladden peaked in 1929, reaching #3959 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gladden with classmates?
- Gladden will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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