Gem
Girl nameGem has been given to 222 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It peaked in 2022. In 2025, about 1 in 200,908 girls was named Gem.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
222
Peak year
2022 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1914
10-year trend
0%
Gender split
98% girls / 2% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gem — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gem.
Sibling name ideas for Gem
Same era and popularity as Gem, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gem?
Gem has been given to 222 babies in the U.S. since 1914. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gem peak?
Gem peaked in 2022, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Gem a girl or boy name?
Gem is primarily a girl name (98% of babies named Gem are girls).
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