Gen
Boy nameGen has been given to 79 babies in the U.S. since 1924. It peaked in 1995.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
79
Peak year
1995 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1924
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
15% girls / 85% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Gen — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Gen.
Sibling name ideas for Gen
Same era and popularity as Gen, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Gen?
Gen has been given to 79 babies in the U.S. since 1924. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Gen peak?
Gen peaked in 1995, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Gen a girl or boy name?
Gen is primarily a boy name (85% of babies named Gen are boys).
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