How Many People Are Named Boleslaus?

Complete statistics for the name Boleslaus: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Boleslaus
Very Rare
Slavic

Boleslaus has a very unique sound, barely heard in modern times. Only one person in the U.S. carries this name today, making it 1 in 224,038,670. Most are over 60, hinting at its old-world charm.

~1
Living in US
1 in 224,038,670
Americans
1923
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Great glory
🌐
Origin
Slavic
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Ambitious Dignified Determined Proud
7
Life Path Number

The number 7 is traditionally associated with introspection, spiritual awareness, and a deep desire to understand the world beneath the surface. People connected to this number tend to be analytical thinkers who value wisdom and solitude.

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
1 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 106
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
255
Would be over 60 (100%)

All 255 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1923

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
71
Classic Feel
73
Modern Appeal
27
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Boleslaus Through the Generations

Boleslaus is a name steeped in history, with its peak in 1923 when 25 babies were named it. Today, only one person in the U.S. bears this name, highlighting its rarity. The stark contrast between the 255 total births and the single living person today underscores its obscurity. The overwhelming majority of those named Boleslaus are over 60, suggesting a strong connection to past generations. This stability in the name's usage over decades adds to its classic appeal, making it a true relic of a bygone era.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 26
Michigan 16
Illinois 10

✨ Similar Names to Boleslaus

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Boleslaus's Slavic roots

📄 About the Name Boleslaus

How Many People Have the Name Boleslaus?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1 people in the United States currently share the name Boleslaus. That works out to roughly 1 in every 224,038,670 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Boleslaus a Common or Rare Name?

Boleslaus is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Boleslaus Mean?

Boleslaus means "Great glory" and comes from Slavic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Boleslaus in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Boleslaus Most Popular?

The name Boleslaus reached peak popularity in 1923, with 25 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Boleslaus?

Approximately 1 people named Boleslaus live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 255. That works out to roughly 1 in 224,038,670 Americans.

Is Boleslaus a rare name?

Boleslaus is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 224,038,670 Americans has this name.

What does the name Boleslaus mean?

Boleslaus means "Great glory" and comes from Slavic origins.

Is Boleslaus more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Boleslaus are male and 0% are female.

When was Boleslaus most popular?

Boleslaus peaked in 1923 with 25 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1
All-Time Births255
1 in X1 in 224,038,670
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age106
Peak Year1923
World Rank#1,171,416
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.