Wanda
girl name#5917 in 2025Wanda entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #47 in 1934, ranks #5917 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5917
rank today
#47
peak (1934)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #614 |
| 1890s | #363 |
| 1900s | #277 |
| 1910s | #160 |
| 1920s | #79 |
| 1930s | #52 |
| 1940s | #57 |
| 1950s | #59 |
| 1960s | #88 |
| 1970s | #240 |
| 1980s | #700 |
| 1990s | #1601 |
| 2000s | #3425 |
| 2010s | #5655 |
| 2020s | #5416 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wanda has been most popular in OH.
Living bearers
About 165,000 people named Wanda are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wanda 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 Wanda in 2025?
- Wanda ranks #5917 among US girl names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wanda most popular?
- Wanda peaked in 1934, reaching #47 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Wanda with classmates?
- Wanda will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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