Whalen
boy name#8910 in 2025Whalen entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #3316 in 1948, ranks #8910 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
#8910
rank today
#3316
peak (1948)
8
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3503 |
| 1950s | #3559 |
| 1960s | #3601 |
| 1970s | #5152 |
| 1990s | #9912 |
| 2000s | #9582 |
| 2010s | #9261 |
| 2020s | #7504 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Whalen are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Whalen is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Whalen in 2025?
- Whalen ranks #8910 among US boy names in 2025, with 8 babies given the name.
- When was the name Whalen most popular?
- Whalen peaked in 1948, reaching #3316 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Whalen with classmates?
- Whalen will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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