Gig
Pronunciation: [ g-IHG ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gig first appeared in US Social Security records in 1961.
Over 17 babies have been named Gig in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gig is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,545 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,545
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Old Norse/Low German origin
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About the Name Gig
Gig is a boy name .
Gig is currently ranked #39,545 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis