Waldo
boy name#10695 in 2025Waldo entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #342 in 1881, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#10695
rank today
#342
peak (1881)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #549 |
| 1890s | #434 |
| 1900s | #477 |
| 1910s | #446 |
| 1920s | #527 |
| 1930s | #671 |
| 1940s | #999 |
| 1950s | #1275 |
| 1960s | #1536 |
| 1970s | #2632 |
| 1980s | #2749 |
| 1990s | #4082 |
| 2000s | #6574 |
| 2010s | #9041 |
| 2020s | #9629 |
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Waldo are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Waldo alive today was born around 1929, making them about 96 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Waldo in 2025?
- Waldo ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Waldo most popular?
- Waldo peaked in 1881, reaching #342 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Waldo with classmates?
- Waldo will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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