Wills
boy name#12008 in 2025Wills entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #4322 in 1921, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
#12008
rank today
#4322
peak (1921)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4322 |
| 2000s | #11038 |
| 2010s | #10821 |
| 2020s | #10819 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wills are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wills 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 Wills in 2025?
- Wills ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wills most popular?
- Wills peaked in 1921, reaching #4322 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wills with classmates?
- Wills will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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