Wilba
girl nameWilba entered the US charts in 1913, peaked at #1358 in 1913, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1913–2025
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rank today
#1358
peak (1913)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3119 |
| 1920s | #3910 |
| 1930s | #3847 |
| 1940s | #3954 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wilba are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wilba alive today was born around 1923, making them about 102 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilba in 2025?
- Wilba is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Wilba most popular?
- Wilba peaked in 1913, reaching #1358 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Wilba with classmates?
- Wilba will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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