How Many People Are Named Geron?
Complete statistics for the name Geron: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Geron is a very rare masculine name with roots in the Greek word for "old man" or "elder." There are only about 351 people living in the US with this name today, meaning roughly 1 in 939,396 Americans share it. It's a modern arrival that peaked in 1997 with 17 births recorded that year.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 5 represents freedom, adventure, and adaptability. It's associated with a dynamic spirit that thrives on change and values personal experience above all else.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 39All 377 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: 1997Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Slowly declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Geron Through the Generations
Geron didn't really appear on the American naming scene until the latter half of the 20th century, and it's been slowly declining since its modest peak of 17 births in 1997. With only 377 total births recorded in the US, this name has always been exceptionally uncommon. The average bearer is around 39 years old, and the generational breakdown tells a clear story: 233 people named Geron (about 61%) fall in the 30-to-60 age range, making this solidly a Gen X and Millennial name. Around 100 bearers (27%) are under 30, showing that parents haven't completely stopped choosing it, but interest is waning. Only 44 people named Geron are over 60, confirming that it wasn't in use much before the 1960s. Globally, there are about 2,780 living bearers, with the name ranking #138,436 worldwide. It's notably more popular in the Philippines, where it finds broader use. In the US, though, Geron remains a true rarity that most people will never encounter in their lifetime.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Geron's Greek roots
📄 About the Name Geron
How Many People Have the Name Geron?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 525 people in the United States currently share the name Geron. That works out to roughly 1 in every 631,332 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Geron a Common or Rare Name?
Geron 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 Geron Mean?
Geron means "Old man or elder" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Geron in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Geron Most Popular?
The name Geron reached peak popularity in 1997, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
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 Geron?
Approximately 525 people named Geron live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 525. That works out to roughly 1 in 631,332 Americans.
Is Geron a rare name?
Geron is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 631,332 Americans has this name.
What does the name Geron mean?
Geron means "Old man or elder" and comes from Greek origins.
Is Geron more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Geron are male and 0% are female.
When was Geron most popular?
Geron peaked in 1997 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.
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.