Name comparison · boy names
Gabriel vs. Gael
In 2025, Gabriel leads at #37 among U.S. boys' names, with Gael at #86. The full 145-year picture below shows how the two names got here.
Popularity since 1880
Head to head
| Metric | Gabriel | Gael |
|---|---|---|
| Trend | Stable | Rising |
| 2025 rank | #37 | #86 |
| Babies in 2025 | 6,569 | 3,860 |
| All-time peak | #21 in 2010 | #86 in 2025 |
| Uniqueness score | 12 / 100 | 18 / 100 |
| Strongest state | Hawaii (#14) | California (#33) |