Wellman
boy nameWellman entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2732 in 1917, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
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rank today
#2732
peak (1917)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3332 |
| 1920s | #3731 |
Living bearers
The typical Wellman alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wellman in 2025?
- Wellman is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wellman most popular?
- Wellman peaked in 1917, reaching #2732 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wellman with classmates?
- Wellman will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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