Gwen
girl name#725 in 2025Gwen entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #295 in 1959, ranks #725 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1890–2025
#725
rank today
#295
peak (1959)
384
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1246 |
| 1900s | #892 |
| 1910s | #716 |
| 1920s | #639 |
| 1930s | #390 |
| 1940s | #362 |
| 1950s | #338 |
| 1960s | #409 |
| 1970s | #621 |
| 1980s | #1392 |
| 1990s | #2534 |
| 2000s | #1521 |
| 2010s | #976 |
| 2020s | #793 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Gwen has been most popular in CA, UT, TX.
Living bearers
About 25,000 people named Gwen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gwen alive today was born around 1960, making them about 65 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Gwen in 2025?
- Gwen ranks #725 among US girl names in 2025, with 384 babies given the name.
- When was the name Gwen most popular?
- Gwen peaked in 1959, reaching #295 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Gwen with classmates?
- Gwen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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