Wally
boy name#5608 in 2025Wally entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #575 in 1959, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1910–2025
#5608
rank today
#575
peak (1959)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1887 |
| 1920s | #1343 |
| 1930s | #828 |
| 1940s | #674 |
| 1950s | #783 |
| 1960s | #778 |
| 1970s | #1494 |
| 1980s | #2434 |
| 1990s | #4639 |
| 2000s | #6791 |
| 2010s | #6727 |
| 2020s | #6149 |
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Wally are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wally alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wally in 2025?
- Wally ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wally most popular?
- Wally peaked in 1959, reaching #575 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wally with classmates?
- Wally will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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