Wencel
boy nameWencel entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #3264 in 1914, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#3264
peak (1914)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3496 |
| 1930s | #3642 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wencel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wencel alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wencel in 2025?
- Wencel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wencel most popular?
- Wencel peaked in 1914, reaching #3264 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wencel with classmates?
- Wencel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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