Wenceslao
boy nameWenceslao entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #2497 in 1956, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#2497
peak (1956)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3541 |
| 1930s | #3645 |
| 1940s | #3133 |
| 1950s | #2903 |
| 1960s | #3375 |
| 1970s | #4693 |
| 1980s | #5418 |
| 1990s | #6625 |
| 2000s | #9141 |
| 2010s | #10697 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Wenceslao are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wenceslao alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wenceslao in 2025?
- Wenceslao is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wenceslao most popular?
- Wenceslao peaked in 1956, reaching #2497 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wenceslao with classmates?
- Wenceslao will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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