Wilson
boy name#672 in 2025Wilson entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #122 in 1913, ranks #672 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#672
rank today
#122
peak (1913)
405
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #195 |
| 1890s | #224 |
| 1900s | #222 |
| 1910s | #156 |
| 1920s | #252 |
| 1930s | #285 |
| 1940s | #297 |
| 1950s | #397 |
| 1960s | #478 |
| 1970s | #538 |
| 1980s | #519 |
| 1990s | #500 |
| 2000s | #508 |
| 2010s | #614 |
| 2020s | #674 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wilson has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 27,500 people named Wilson are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wilson alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wilson in 2025?
- Wilson ranks #672 among US boy names in 2025, with 405 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wilson most popular?
- Wilson peaked in 1913, reaching #122 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wilson with classmates?
- Wilson will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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