Gunnar
girl nameGunnar entered the US charts in 2004, peaked at #14179 in 2004, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2004–2025
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rank today
#14179
peak (2004)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #14179 |
| 2010s | #15430 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Gunnar are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Gunnar is a kid of about 10 — 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 Gunnar in 2025?
- Gunnar is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Gunnar most popular?
- Gunnar peaked in 2004, reaching #14179 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gunnar with classmates?
- Gunnar will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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