How to Determine Gender in Google Sheets? Automatic Detection with the Gender API Add-On

Detecting gender from names, email addresses, or @usernames in Google Sheets is now easier than ever. With the Gender API Add-On, you can enrich your datasets, boost your analytics, and deliver better personalization at scale.

Before starting the step-by-step tutorial, you can install the Add-On using the button below and watch the YouTube video on the right for a quick overview.

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Gender API Google Sheets Add-On Tutorial Video

How to Use the Gender API Add-On in Google Sheets (Step-by-Step Guide)

The Gender API Google Sheets Add-On can predict gender based on names, email addresses, and @usernames.

  • In Google Sheets, go to the Extensions menu. From the dropdown, select Gender API and then click Determine Gender to start.

Once the sidebar opens, fill in the following fields:

  • Select API Key: Choose the API key linked to your credits. You receive 200 free credits every day.
  • Select Method: Choose whether to analyze name, email address, or @username.
  • Select Source Column: Select the source column that contains the type of data you chose in the method above.
  • Select Range: Define the start and end rows that include the data you want to process.
  • (Optional) Country Filter: If you want more accurate results based on regional name patterns, apply a country filter.
  • Select a Gender Column to Write: Choose the column where the gender prediction will be written.
  • Skip if gender column is filled: Check this box to skip rows that already have gender data.
  • (Optional) Probability Column: Choose a column to write the confidence score of each prediction.
  • (Optional) Country Column: Select a column to write the detected country information.
  • (Optional) Found Name Column: Choose a column to write the standardized name returned by Gender API.
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Frequently Asked Questions

📥 How do I install the Gender API Add-On for Google Sheets?

Click the Install Google Sheets Add-On button on this page. You’ll be redirected to Google Workspace Marketplace and can install it in a single click.

🧠 What data types does the Add-On support?

The Add-On supports name, email address, and @username based gender detection. Select the correct method before analyzing.

📊 Can I analyze large datasets?

Yes! The Add-On is built for bulk processing. Just define the row range and analyze thousands of records instantly.

🌍 Can I improve accuracy by country?

Yes. Apply the Country Filter for better accuracy when working with regionally diverse names.

🧾 Where will the results be written?

You can configure the Add-On to write results to the Gender Column, Probability Column, Country Column, and Found Name Column.

🔁 Can I skip rows that already have gender data?

Yes. Use the Skip if gender column is filled option to avoid processing rows more than once.

🚀 Do I get free credits?

Absolutely! You get 200 free credits every day to try out the Gender API Add-On with no strings attached.