Wise
boy name#7679 in 2025Wise entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3177 in 1916, ranks #7679 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#7679
rank today
#3177
peak (1916)
10
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3678 |
| 1920s | #4054 |
| 1930s | #3776 |
| 1990s | #8236 |
| 2010s | #9691 |
| 2020s | #7539 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Wise are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wise is a kid of about 6 — 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 Wise in 2025?
- Wise ranks #7679 among US boy names in 2025, with 10 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wise most popular?
- Wise peaked in 1916, reaching #3177 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wise with classmates?
- Wise will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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