Wellington
boy name#4249 in 2025Wellington entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #476 in 1891, ranks #4249 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4249
rank today
#476
peak (1891)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #646 |
| 1890s | #766 |
| 1900s | #852 |
| 1910s | #927 |
| 1920s | #1160 |
| 1930s | #1471 |
| 1940s | #1510 |
| 1950s | #1980 |
| 1960s | #2162 |
| 1970s | #2794 |
| 1980s | #3106 |
| 1990s | #3696 |
| 2000s | #4866 |
| 2010s | #4637 |
| 2020s | #3432 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wellington has been most popular in Michigan, Georgia, Ohio.
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Wellington are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wellington alive today was born around 1946, making them about 79 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wellington in 2025?
- Wellington ranks #4249 among US boy names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wellington most popular?
- Wellington peaked in 1891, reaching #476 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wellington with classmates?
- Wellington will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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