Wilbur
boy name#3949 in 2025Wilbur entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #91 in 1913, ranks #3949 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#3949
rank today
#91
peak (1913)
27
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #150 |
| 1890s | #139 |
| 1900s | #121 |
| 1910s | #96 |
| 1920s | #113 |
| 1930s | #165 |
| 1940s | #249 |
| 1950s | #361 |
| 1960s | #496 |
| 1970s | #747 |
| 1980s | #1078 |
| 1990s | #2013 |
| 2000s | #3650 |
| 2010s | #4158 |
| 2020s | #3788 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wilbur has been most popular in Wisconsin, Iowa, Pennsylvania.
Living bearers
About 12,500 people named Wilbur are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wilbur alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilbur in 2025?
- Wilbur ranks #3949 among US boy names in 2025, with 27 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wilbur most popular?
- Wilbur peaked in 1913, reaching #91 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wilbur with classmates?
- Wilbur will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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