Gen
Pronunciation: [ j-EHN ]
Gen is a boy baby name. Ranked #28,742 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Gen first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 67 babies have been named Gen in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gen is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #28,742 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #28,742
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Gen is also used as a girl name, ranked #37378.
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About the Name Gen
Gen is a boy name .
Is Gen a boy or girl name? Gen is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #28,742 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #37,378. Gen is more commonly used as a boy name.
Gen is currently ranked #28,742 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Gen include Genesis, Gentry, Gene, Genaro, Geno . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis