Gwen
boy nameGwen entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1941 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#1941
peak (1949)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3692 |
| 1920s | #3468 |
| 1930s | #2923 |
| 1940s | #2718 |
| 1950s | #3288 |
| 1960s | #3423 |
| 1970s | #4230 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Gwen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Gwen alive today was born around 1946, making them about 79 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Gwen most popular?
- Gwen peaked in 1949, reaching #1941 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Gwen with classmates?
- Gwen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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