Willem
boy name#2572 in 2025Willem entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #1205 in 2003, ranks #2572 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#2572
rank today
#1205
peak (2003)
51
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2926 |
| 1920s | #3927 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 1940s | #3505 |
| 1950s | #3136 |
| 1960s | #3385 |
| 1970s | #4326 |
| 1980s | #4247 |
| 1990s | #2052 |
| 2000s | #1458 |
| 2010s | #1948 |
| 2020s | #2425 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Willem has been most popular in California, New York, Michigan.
Living bearers
About 2,700 people named Willem are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Willem alive today was born around 2006, making them about 19 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Willem in 2025?
- Willem ranks #2572 among US boy names in 2025, with 51 babies given the name.
- When was the name Willem most popular?
- Willem peaked in 2003, reaching #1205 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Willem with classmates?
- Willem will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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