Gidget
Pronunciation: [ g-IHJ-uht ]
Gidget is a girl baby name. Ranked #36,554 in the US, popular nicknames include Gid, Giy, and Gidie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Gidget first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 1,581 babies have been named Gidget in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gidget is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #36,554 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #36,554
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Gidget
Gidget is a girl name .
Gidget is currently ranked #36,554 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gidget include Gid, Giy, Gidie, and Gidgie. 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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