Gleason
boy nameGleason entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1608 in 1914, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1608
peak (1914)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2257 |
| 1920s | #2809 |
| 1930s | #2558 |
| 1940s | #2908 |
| 1950s | #3353 |
| 1960s | #3553 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gleason are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gleason alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gleason in 2025?
- Gleason is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gleason most popular?
- Gleason peaked in 1914, reaching #1608 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gleason with classmates?
- Gleason will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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