Wilkes
boy name#4857 in 2025Wilkes entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3175 in 1923, ranks #4857 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#4857
rank today
#3175
peak (1923)
20
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3626 |
| 1920s | #3565 |
| 1940s | #3438 |
| 1950s | #3886 |
| 1970s | #5845 |
| 2000s | #9426 |
| 2010s | #6635 |
| 2020s | #5020 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wilkes has been most popular in GA, NC.
Living bearers
About 300 people named Wilkes are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wilkes is a kid of about 7 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilkes in 2025?
- Wilkes ranks #4857 among US boy names in 2025, with 20 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wilkes most popular?
- Wilkes peaked in 1923, reaching #3175 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wilkes with classmates?
- Wilkes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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