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Gent

Pronunciation: [ j-EHNT ]

Boy Name #28,700 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Gent is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced j-EHNT.

Popularity Over Time

#28,700
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#28,700
Total SSA Count
5

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gent

Is Gent a boy or girl name?
Gent is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Gent?
Gent is pronounced j-EHNT.
How popular is the name Gent?
Gent is currently ranked #28700 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Is Gent a common or rare name?
Gent is an uncommon name, ranked #28700 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Gent

Gent is a boy name .

Gent is currently ranked #28,700 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Alternative spellings of Gent 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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