How Many People Are Named Gelson?
Complete statistics for the name Gelson: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Gelson is a very rare male name, with only 7 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 47,759,431 Americans. All seven are under 30, highlighting its status as a genuinely modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 20All 7 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2006Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Gelson Through the Generations
Gelson has seen steady usage since its peak in 2006 when 7 babies were given this name. Today, all 7 individuals named Gelson are under 30 years old, indicating it's a relatively new name embraced by younger parents. The name's rarity and modernity suggest it's likely to remain niche but stable in popularity.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Gelson's Portuguese roots
📄 About the Name Gelson
How Many People Have the Name Gelson?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7 people in the United States currently share the name Gelson. That works out to roughly 1 in every 47,759,431 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Gelson a Common or Rare Name?
Gelson is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Gelson Mean?
Gelson means "Portuguese origin, means 'servant of God'" and comes from Portuguese origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Gelson in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Gelson Most Popular?
The name Gelson reached peak popularity in 2006, with 7 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Gelson?
Approximately 7 people named Gelson live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7. That works out to roughly 1 in 47,759,431 Americans.
Is Gelson a rare name?
Gelson is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 47,759,431 Americans has this name.
What does the name Gelson mean?
Gelson means "Portuguese origin, means 'servant of God'" and comes from Portuguese origins.
Is Gelson more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Gelson are male and 0% are female.
When was Gelson most popular?
Gelson peaked in 2006 with 7 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.