Unisex nameNot in the current top charts
Gen
//ˈdʒɛn//
1 syllablePeak year: 20003 lettersStarts with G
Meaning & origin
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We don't have a verified origin story for this name yet — we'd rather leave it blank than make one up. Check back soon, or explore the popularity data below in the meantime.
Gen's popularity over time
| Year | Births named Gen |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
Gen through the decades
- Gen peaked in 2000, when 7 babies were named Gen in the US.
- The 1920s were Gen's strongest decade, averaging 6 births a year.