Wolf
boy name#1886 in 2025Wolf entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1597 in 2021, ranks #1886 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1912–2025
#1886
rank today
#1597
peak (2021)
83
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2544 |
| 1950s | #2848 |
| 1960s | #3590 |
| 1970s | #3945 |
| 1980s | #5126 |
| 1990s | #5053 |
| 2000s | #4390 |
| 2010s | #2632 |
| 2020s | #1764 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Wolf has been most popular in CA, NY, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Wolf are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Wolf is a kid of about 9 — 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 Wolf in 2025?
- Wolf ranks #1886 among US boy names in 2025, with 83 babies given the name.
- When was the name Wolf most popular?
- Wolf peaked in 2021, reaching #1597 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wolf with classmates?
- Wolf will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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