How popular is the name Jem in 2025?

Jem is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Jem most popular?

Jem peaked in 1963, reaching #4048 among US boy names.

Jem will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Jem entered the US charts in 1963, peaked at #4048 in 1963, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#4048

peak (1963)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Jem are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Jem is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Jem in 2025?: Jem is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Jem most popular?: Jem peaked in 1963, reaching #4048 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Jem with classmates?: Jem will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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