Waukesha
girl nameWaukesha entered the US charts in 1978, peaked at #6948 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1978–2025
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rank today
#6948
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8579 |
| 1980s | #9229 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Waukesha are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Waukesha alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Waukesha in 2025?
- Waukesha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Waukesha most popular?
- Waukesha peaked in 1978, reaching #6948 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Waukesha with classmates?
- Waukesha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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