Whitley
boy name#1808 in 2025Whitley entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #1808 in 2025, ranks #1808 today — a fast riser climbing the charts.
Popularity 1914–2025
#1808
rank today
#1808
peak (2025)
88
babies in 2025
rising
a fast riser climbing the charts
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3433 |
| 1920s | #4257 |
| 1930s | #3559 |
| 1940s | #3212 |
| 1950s | #2942 |
| 1960s | #4039 |
| 1980s | #5037 |
| 1990s | #6961 |
| 2000s | #9784 |
| 2010s | #5539 |
| 2020s | #2282 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Whitley has been most popular in MO, KS, TX.
Living bearers
About 800 people named Whitley are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Whitley is a kid of about 6 — 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 Whitley in 2025?
- Whitley ranks #1808 among US boy names in 2025, with 88 babies given the name.
- When was the name Whitley most popular?
- Whitley peaked in 2025, reaching #1808 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Whitley with classmates?
- Whitley will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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