Welford
boy nameWelford entered the US charts in 1910, peaked at #1589 in 1910, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1910–2025
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rank today
#1589
peak (1910)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2487 |
| 1920s | #2470 |
| 1930s | #2455 |
| 1940s | #2621 |
| 1950s | #2884 |
| 1960s | #3653 |
| 1970s | #4842 |
| 1980s | #6315 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Welford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Welford alive today was born around 1935, making them about 90 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Welford in 2025?
- Welford is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Welford most popular?
- Welford peaked in 1910, reaching #1589 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Welford with classmates?
- Welford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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