Wil
boy name#12008 in 2025Wil entered the US charts in 1953, peaked at #2090 in 1988, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1953–2025
#12008
rank today
#2090
peak (1988)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3798 |
| 1960s | #3592 |
| 1970s | #4482 |
| 1980s | #3850 |
| 1990s | #2495 |
| 2000s | #3049 |
| 2010s | #6049 |
| 2020s | #9655 |
Living bearers
About 1,100 people named Wil are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wil alive today was born around 2000, making them about 25 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wil in 2025?
- Wil ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wil most popular?
- Wil peaked in 1988, reaching #2090 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wil with classmates?
- Wil will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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