Smith vs Gentry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Smith

Boy #1,580 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"metalworker, blacksmith"

Origin: Old English

English American

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Boy #1,601 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"noble birth, upper class"

Origin: Old French

American English

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Smith Rank #1,580

Gentry Rank #1,601

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 vs #1601 for Gentry.

Is Smith or Gentry more popular?

Smith is more popular, ranked #1580 compared to Gentry at #1601 in the United States.

What do Smith and Gentry mean?

Smith means "metalworker, blacksmith" (Old English origin). Gentry means "noble birth, upper class" (Old French origin).

Are Smith and Gentry boy or girl names?

Smith is primarily a boy name. Gentry is primarily a boy name.