Gleason
Pronunciation: [ gl-EES-uhn ]
Does Gleason flow with your last name?
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Similar Names
Names Like Gleason
Same sound, same style — different options
Nicknames
Nicknames for Gleason
10 shorthand options for every setting
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
Similar to Gleason
See all →What the Gleason report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Gleason the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Add it to your shortlist. Not losing this one.
Put Gleason head-to-head with your other picks.
Start comparing →See what Gleason actually gets called.
Browse nicknames →Historical Record
Gleason first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 50 babies have been named Gleason in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gleason is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #14,017 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Names You Might Also Love
See all →"glory, to celebrate"
"bright mill"
"innkeeper, host"
"dark one, man from the dark sea"
"all-seeing, vigilant"
Compare Gleason with:
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #14,017
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Gleason fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Gleason →For Parents
Start a baby registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
The Baby Name Wizard
Names that age well — book
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Compare Gleason with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Gleason and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Gleason sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Greek origin
"glory, to celebrate"
#13,830 in US
Germanic origin
"bright mill"
#14,151 in US
Germanic origin
"innkeeper, host"
#14,162 in US
Latin folk etymology origin
"dark one, man from the dark sea"
#13,888 in US
Greek origin
"all-seeing, vigilant"
#14,142 in US
Germanic origin
"bold voyager; brave in journey"
#14,100 in US
Arabic Sufi tradition origin
"one who reaches spiritual union"
#13,996 in US
Scottish origin
"associated with the loyal collie shee..."
#14,157 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Gleason's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Gleason
Is Gleason a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Gleason?
How popular is the name Gleason?
What are common nicknames for Gleason?
Is Gleason a common or rare name?
About the Name Gleason
Gleason is a boy name .
Gleason is currently ranked #14,017 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gleason include Gle, Glea, Gleay, Gleaie, Son, Sony, Sonie, Gly, Glie, and Glekins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Keep Exploring
Recommended for Parents
Start a registry
Free welcome box on Amazon
Baby Name Wizard
Names that actually age well
Nursery name sign
Personalized wooden letters
We may earn a commission from these links.
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis