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Gorgeous

GOR-juhs · Of uncertain origin; likely an English vocabulary word used as a name, meaning 'beautiful' or 'very attractive'.

2025 rank (girls)
#6,325
Babies named in 2025
18
Peak popularity
2019
2025 frequency
1 in 89,293 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Rising since 2003

Rising since 2003, #6,325 for girls today.

Popularity of Gorgeous since 2001

Babies named Gorgeous per year in U.S. Social Security records.

8152320102020Most births 2019Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
2000s60
2010s137
2020s81

Meaning & origin

Gorgeous is a rare and modern name that emerged in the United States in 2001, reflecting a cultural trend of adopting positive adjectives as given names. It has seen a steady rise in usage since 2003, with a peak in 2019 when it reached its highest rank. Despite its modest presence, the name carries a direct and unapologetic sense of beauty, often chosen for its aspirational quality. However, it has not gained widespread traction and remains an uncommon choice.

Gorgeous is a modern coinage derived from the English adjective meaning 'stunningly beautiful.' It first appeared as a given name in the early 2000s, primarily in the United States, with its usage possibly influenced by celebrity culture and the trend of using positive attributes as names. The name has steadily gained in popularity since 2003, though it remains relatively rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Gigi, Gorge

Sibling names for Gorgeous

Names that share Gorgeous's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Bella, Coco, Lola, Mira, Star

Brothers: King, Prince, Legend, Atticus, Blue

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Gorgeous mean?
Gorgeous is derived from the English word for something exceptionally beautiful or pleasing.
How popular is the name Gorgeous?
As of 2025, Gorgeous ranks 6,325th in the United States, given to about 1 in 89,293 newborns that year. Its peak popularity was in 2019.
Is Gorgeous a boy or girl name?
Gorgeous is predominantly used for girls, though it can be used for any gender.