NAME PROFILE
Gladis
Gladis is a name of Latin origin meaning 'sword' or 'happy'. It carries a cheerful connotation, often associated with a vibrant and lively personality. A Gladis is someone who brings joy and positivity into the lives of others, often seen as a beacon of light in their community.
Key Stats
| Total births | 3,076 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1990 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1914 |
| Most recent | 2021 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 40%TX — 39%MS — 10%GA — 6%AR — 4%
Notable People
Gladis Knight (Singer, part of Gladys Knight & the Pips) · Gladis Horiuchi (Artist and Sculptor) · Gladis S. Smith (Politician and Activist) · Gladis Padilla (Writer and Public Speaker) · Gladis Gasca (Social Activist)
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