How Many People Are Named Gunther?
Complete statistics for the name Gunther: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Gunther, a very rare male name, has only 906 people living in the US today, making up just 1 in 364,417 Americans. That's pretty unique! And guess what? Almost half of those are under 30, showing it's definitely a modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 39All 1,086 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: 1995Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Gunther Through the Generations
Gunther has seen its popularity rise, especially among younger generations. Born in 1995, the peak year saw 32 births, but the name's resurgence is clear with a significant portion of Gunthers being under 30. The average age of 39 reflects a relatively young demographic, with 513 under-30s compared to 343 aged between 30 and 60, and 230 over 60.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Gunther's German roots
📄 About the Name Gunther
How Many People Have the Name Gunther?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 7,492 people in the United States currently share the name Gunther. That works out to roughly 1 in every 44,240 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Gunther a Common or Rare Name?
Gunther is classified as 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.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Gunther in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Gunther Most Popular?
The name Gunther reached peak popularity in 1995, with 32 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
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 Gunther?
Approximately 7,492 people named Gunther live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7,492. That works out to roughly 1 in 44,240 Americans.
Is Gunther a rare name?
Gunther is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 44,240 Americans has this name.
What does the name Gunther mean?
The meaning and origin of Gunther are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Gunther more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Gunther are male and 0% are female.
When was Gunther most popular?
Gunther peaked in 1995 with 32 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
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.