Wess
boy name#8910 in 2025Wess entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #720 in 1883, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#8910
rank today
#720
peak (1883)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #720 |
| 1890s | #983 |
| 1900s | #1301 |
| 1910s | #3063 |
| 1920s | #3917 |
| 1930s | #3630 |
| 1940s | #3525 |
| 1950s | #3467 |
| 1960s | #2654 |
| 1970s | #4063 |
| 1980s | #5586 |
| 1990s | #7694 |
| 2000s | #8805 |
| 2010s | #10542 |
| 2020s | #8778 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Wess are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wess alive today was born around 1968, making them about 57 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wess in 2025?
- Wess ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wess most popular?
- Wess peaked in 1883, reaching #720 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wess with classmates?
- Wess will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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