Gunner
boy name#506 in 2025Gunner entered the US charts in 1970, peaked at #235 in 2014, ranks #506 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1970–2025
#506
rank today
#235
peak (2014)
597
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4117 |
| 1980s | #4498 |
| 1990s | #1100 |
| 2000s | #582 |
| 2010s | #280 |
| 2020s | #413 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gunner has been most popular in TX, CA, OH.
Living bearers
About 23,500 people named Gunner are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gunner 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 Gunner in 2025?
- Gunner ranks #506 among US boy names in 2025, with 597 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gunner most popular?
- Gunner peaked in 2014, reaching #235 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gunner with classmates?
- Gunner will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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