Wilford
boy name#8243 in 2025Wilford entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #328 in 1911, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#8243
rank today
#328
peak (1911)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #447 |
| 1890s | #455 |
| 1900s | #458 |
| 1910s | #371 |
| 1920s | #377 |
| 1930s | #438 |
| 1940s | #542 |
| 1950s | #705 |
| 1960s | #975 |
| 1970s | #1439 |
| 1980s | #2471 |
| 1990s | #4912 |
| 2000s | #9024 |
| 2010s | #8081 |
| 2020s | #9541 |
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Wilford are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wilford alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilford in 2025?
- Wilford ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wilford most popular?
- Wilford peaked in 1911, reaching #328 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wilford with classmates?
- Wilford will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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