Whaley
boy nameWhaley entered the US charts in 1938, peaked at #3370 in 1947, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1938–2025
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rank today
#3370
peak (1947)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3534 |
| 1940s | #3370 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Whaley are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Whaley alive today was born around 1947, making them about 78 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Whaley in 2025?
- Whaley is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Whaley most popular?
- Whaley peaked in 1947, reaching #3370 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Whaley with classmates?
- Whaley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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