Gilson
Pronunciation: [ g-IHLS-uhn ]
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Gilson first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 16 babies have been named Gilson in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gilson is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #33,685 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #33,685
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Gilson
Gilson is a boy name .
Gilson is currently ranked #33,685 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gilson include Gil, Gils, Gilsy, Gilsie, Giy, Giie, and Gilkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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