Is Gael a popular name?

Gael reached a best rank of #86 in 2025 and has charted in 3 years.

Where does Gael rank now?

In the most recent data (2025), Gael ranks #86.

It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.

Boys

Best rank #86 (2025) · ranked in 3 years

Gael climbed onto the charts in 2023 and stayed listed for 3 years, topping out at #86 in 2025.

It climbed from #100 in 2023 to #86 in 2025.

The latest tally (2025) puts Gael at #86.

3,860 newborns received the name Gael in 2025, its peak year.

Gael was most popular around 2025, making it characteristic of the 2020s generation.

If Gael is on your shortlist, Gabriel, Gabriella, Gavin are worth a look too, given the similar sound and comparable popularity trends.

Is Gael a popular name?: Gael reached a best rank of #86 in 2025 and has charted in 3 years.
Where does Gael rank now?: In the most recent data (2025), Gael ranks #86.
Is Gael a boy or girl name?: It is recorded primarily as a boys' name.
When was Gael most popular?: Gael peaked around 2025.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) - Popular Baby Names (national)