Wilgus
boy nameWilgus entered the US charts in 1918, peaked at #2732 in 1943, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1918–2025
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rank today
#2732
peak (1943)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3728 |
| 1920s | #3581 |
| 1930s | #3323 |
| 1940s | #3081 |
| 1950s | #3620 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wilgus are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wilgus alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilgus in 2025?
- Wilgus is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wilgus most popular?
- Wilgus peaked in 1943, reaching #2732 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wilgus with classmates?
- Wilgus will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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