Declining since 2021, #2,822 for girls today.
Popularity of Gigi since 1940
Babies named Gigi per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 105 |
| 1950s | 740 |
| 1960s | 1,704 |
| 1970s | 380 |
| 1980s | 175 |
| 1990s | 203 |
| 2000s | 282 |
| 2010s | 448 |
| 2020s | 435 |
Meaning & origin
Gigi, first recorded in the U.S. Social Security data in 1940, reached its peak popularity in 1962. After decades of fluctuating use, it has been on a downward trend since 2021, ranking 2,822 in 2025 with a frequency of 1 in 26,788 births. The name is most common in New York, California, and Texas. Culturally, Gigi retains a playful, chic image thanks to mid-20th-century media, but its decline reflects shifting naming tastes toward more traditional or nature-inspired choices. Still, it remains an accessible and lively nickname-turned-standalone name.
Gigi originated as a diminutive or nickname for names like Georgina, Gianna, or Giovanna, formed by repeating the first syllable. It became established as an independent given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name gained visibility through cultural associations, including the 1944 novel 'Gigi' by Colette and its subsequent film and stage adaptations.
Where Gigi is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Gigi” around the world
Where Gigi lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
7
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Sibling names for Gigi
Names that share Gigi's style, for a brother or sister.
