Gailen
Boy nameGailen has been given to 256 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It peaked in 1951.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
256
Peak year
1951 (15 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1915
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
2% girls / 98% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gailen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gailen.
Sibling name ideas for Gailen
Same era and popularity as Gailen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gailen?
Gailen has been given to 256 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gailen peak?
Gailen peaked in 1951, when 15 babies were given the name.
Is Gailen a girl or boy name?
Gailen is primarily a boy name (98% of babies named Gailen are boys).
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