Wayland
boy name#2284 in 2025Wayland entered the US charts in 1884, peaked at #765 in 1912, ranks #2284 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1884–2025
#2284
rank today
#765
peak (1912)
61
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #868 |
| 1890s | #1042 |
| 1900s | #1195 |
| 1910s | #1012 |
| 1920s | #1010 |
| 1930s | #944 |
| 1940s | #983 |
| 1950s | #1224 |
| 1960s | #1252 |
| 1970s | #1343 |
| 1980s | #2210 |
| 1990s | #3342 |
| 2000s | #5354 |
| 2010s | #3987 |
| 2020s | #2781 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wayland has been most popular in CA, TX, MI.
Living bearers
About 2,500 people named Wayland are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wayland alive today was born around 1958, making them about 67 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wayland in 2025?
- Wayland ranks #2284 among US boy names in 2025, with 61 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wayland most popular?
- Wayland peaked in 1912, reaching #765 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wayland with classmates?
- Wayland will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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