How popular is the name Wardell in 2025?

Wardell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Wardell most popular?

Wardell peaked in 1909, reaching #714 among US boy names.

Wardell will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Wardell entered the US charts in 1896, peaked at #714 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#714

peak (1909)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 2,200 people named Wardell are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Wardell alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Wardell in 2025?: Wardell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Wardell most popular?: Wardell peaked in 1909, reaching #714 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Wardell with classmates?: Wardell will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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