Werner
boy name#7679 in 2025Werner entered the US charts in 1889, peaked at #634 in 1930, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1889–2025
#7679
rank today
#634
peak (1930)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #789 |
| 1890s | #855 |
| 1900s | #1031 |
| 1910s | #797 |
| 1920s | #802 |
| 1930s | #806 |
| 1940s | #1280 |
| 1950s | #1341 |
| 1960s | #1323 |
| 1970s | #3340 |
| 1980s | #4710 |
| 1990s | #5977 |
| 2000s | #7836 |
| 2010s | #7932 |
| 2020s | #8508 |
Living bearers
About 1,300 people named Werner are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Werner alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Werner in 2025?
- Werner ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Werner most popular?
- Werner peaked in 1930, reaching #634 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Werner with classmates?
- Werner will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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