The name Gad is of Hebrew origin and means "luck" or "fortune". It is one of the twelve tribes of Israel named after Gad, son of Jacob through his wife Zilpah. According to the Bible, Gad was a large and prosperous tribe, known for its wealth in livestock. The tribe of Gad settled east of the Jordan River and played an important role in the early history of Israel. The name Gad has been used throughout history by various cultures and is considered a strong and powerful name with positive connotations. Today, Gad remains a popular choice among parents looking for a unique and meaningful name for their son.
The given statistics show the annual number of births with the name Gad in the United States from 1987 to 2023. Over this period, there have been a total of 122 babies named Gad.
The number of births has varied over the years, with some peaks and valleys observed. The highest number of births in any single year was 10, which occurred in 2016. This was also one of only two years during this period where more than 10 babies were named Gad (the other being 2022, with 8 births).
The lowest number of births was recorded in 1987 and 1994, with just 6 and 5 births respectively. These low points were followed by increases and decreases over the subsequent years.
Overall, while there has been some fluctuation in the number of babies named Gad from year to year, it is clear that this name has remained relatively uncommon throughout the United States during this time period.