Gabor is a name of Hungarian origin, derived from the Slavic word "gora," which means "hill" or "mountain." It is also associated with the Hungarian noble family name Gaborek, which is believed to have originated from a village named Gabo in Slovakia.
The name Gabor has been used for both boys and girls in Hungary since the Middle Ages. In some cases, it was given as a personal name, while in others, it served as a patronymic surname. Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne this name, including Hungarian mathematicians George (Géza) Gabor (1895-1979), who invented the field of information theory and was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1946, and Abraham Gabor (born 1934), a pioneer in holography.
Today, Gabor remains a popular name in Hungary and other Hungarian-speaking regions. Although it is less commonly used elsewhere, it can still be found in various countries around the world. Its unique origin and historical significance make it an attractive choice for parents looking for a distinctive yet meaningful name for their child.
The given statistics show the annual birth count of the name Gabor in the United States over several years. The earliest year recorded is 1914 with 6 births, and the most recent year is 2020 with 5 births.
From 1914 to 1923, there were a total of 25 babies named Gabor born in the United States, with an average of approximately 5 births per year during this period. There was then a gap of over three decades before the name Gabor appeared again on U.S. birth records.
The name resurfaced in 1957 with 5 births, followed by a slight increase to 7 births each in 1958 and 1959. The trend continued to rise, reaching a peak of 11 births in 1962. However, the following years showed a decrease, with only 5 births recorded in both 1966 and 1967.
The 1970s brought another wave of babies named Gabor, starting with 9 births in 1970 and peaking at 9 births again in 1972. After a dip to 7 births in 1975, the numbers dropped back down to around 5 births per year in the late 1970s and early 1990s.
More recently, the name Gabor has maintained a consistent presence among U.S. newborns, with approximately 5 births recorded each year from 2004 to 2020.
In total, over the years covered by these statistics, there have been 147 babies named Gabor born in the United States.