Wain
boy nameWain entered the US charts in 1946, peaked at #3173 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1946–2025
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rank today
#3173
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3421 |
| 1950s | #3886 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wain are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wain alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wain in 2025?
- Wain is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wain most popular?
- Wain peaked in 1946, reaching #3173 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wain with classmates?
- Wain will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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