How popular is the name Wenzel in 2025?

Wenzel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Wenzel most popular?

Wenzel peaked in 1882, reaching #837 among US boy names.

Wenzel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Wenzel entered the US charts in 1882, peaked at #837 in 1882, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#837

peak (1882)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

Fewer than a hundred people named Wenzel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.

The typical Wenzel alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Wenzel in 2025?: Wenzel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Wenzel most popular?: Wenzel peaked in 1882, reaching #837 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Wenzel with classmates?: Wenzel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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