Wane
boy nameWane entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #1646 in 1955, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#1646
peak (1955)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4037 |
| 1930s | #2829 |
| 1940s | #2987 |
| 1950s | #2456 |
| 1960s | #3541 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Wane are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wane 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 Wane in 2025?
- Wane is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wane most popular?
- Wane peaked in 1955, reaching #1646 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wane with classmates?
- Wane will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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