Wardell
girl nameWardell entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #3444 in 1942, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#3444
peak (1942)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3512 |
| 1920s | #4851 |
| 1940s | #4009 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wardell are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wardell alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wardell in 2025?
- Wardell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Wardell most popular?
- Wardell peaked in 1942, reaching #3444 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Wardell with classmates?
- Wardell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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