Gesell
Pronunciation: [ g-EHS-uhl ]
Gesell is a girl baby name. Ranked #32,255 in the US, popular nicknames include Ges, Gey, and Gesie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Gesell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1989.
Over 6 babies have been named Gesell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gesell is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #32,255 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #32,255
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Gesell
Gesell is a girl name .
Gesell is currently ranked #32,255 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gesell include Ges, Gey, Gesie, and Geseie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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