Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Wells.
National Rank (2025)
#347
All-Time Peak Rank
#347 (2025)
Total U.S. Births
6,989
Unisex Distribution97.6% Boy / 2.4% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Male
💡 The Wells Vibe: This choice is considered a Rising Star. A high-velocity modern choice demonstrating rapid, sustained growth in recent registries.
📖 The Story Behind Wells
According to SSA data, Wells achieved its highest historical rank of #347 in 2025. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 2025 with 944 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 960.7%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 43 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Wells scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Fast Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+960.7% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record944Births in 2025
Years in Top 100
0yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
43Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:16
1890s:5
1900s:6
1910s:172
1920s:193
1930s:119
1940s:110
1950s:90
1960s:68
1970s:87
1980s:71
1990s:103
2000s:166
2010s:1,473
2020s:4,310
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesWells
Letter Count5 Letters
Spelling ComplexityModerate
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 7.7% of SSA names. Starts with W, a letter used by only 1.1% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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