Willes
boy nameWilles entered the US charts in 1937, peaked at #3480 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1937–2025
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rank today
#3480
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3499 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Willes are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Willes alive today was born around 1937, making them about 88 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Willes in 2025?
- Willes is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Willes most popular?
- Willes peaked in 1939, reaching #3480 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Willes with classmates?
- Willes will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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