How Common is the First Name Gayle?
We estimate that there are 44,212 people named Gayle who are currently alive and were born in the United States. Gayle is the 548th most common for women, and the 1,000th most common overall.
How Old are People Named Gayle?
The average person named Gayle is 68.87 years old.
Is Gayle a Popular Baby Name Right Now?
Fewer than 5 people named Gayle were born in the U.S. in 2025.
The popularity of Gayle peaked in 1951, when it was the 124th most popular name for baby girls.
Is Gayle a Boy's Name or a Girl's Name?
Gayle is mostly a female name, but there are some men named Gayle. 96.3% of people named Gayle are female, while 3.7% are male.
Facts About the Name Gayle