How Many People Are Named Wenceslao?

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

Wenceslao
Very Rare
Spanish

Wenceslao, a very rare male name, is held by just 289 people in the US, making up 1 in 1,141,489 Americans. The name peaked in popularity in 2005 with 13 births, showing its status as a newer-generation choice.

~262
Living in US
1 in 1,265,074
Americans
2005
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Spanish for 'defender'
🌐
Origin
Spanish
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Determined Loyal Protective
7
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 7 symbolizes spiritual insight and introspection.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

56,022
Worldwide Bearers
#16,778
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
15,597
🇵🇭 Philippines
13,094
🇵🇪 Peru
6,633
🇦🇷 Argentina
4,734
🇪🇸 Spain
2,149
🇺🇸 United States
2,003
🇨🇴 Colombia
1,689
🇵🇾 Paraguay
1,501
🇨🇱 Chile
1,442
🇩🇴 Dominican Republic
1,168

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
289 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 42
116
Would be under 30 (35%)
166
Would be 30–60 (50%)
50
Would be over 60 (15%)

All 332 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: 2005

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
75
Classic Feel
23
Modern Appeal
87
International
99

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

📜 Wenceslao Through the Generations

Wenceslao, a name with Spanish origins, has seen a steady but declining presence in the United States. With only 332 recorded births throughout history, it's clear that Wenceslao remains a niche choice. As of today, there are approximately 289 individuals bearing this name, with the average age sitting at 42 years old. Interestingly, the age distribution shows a fairly even spread: 35% are under 30, 50% fall within the 30-60 age range, and 15% are over 60, indicating a diverse generational mix among those named Wenceslao.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 41
California 24

✨ Similar Names to Wenceslao

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Wenceslao's Spanish roots

📄 About the Name Wenceslao

How Many People Have the Name Wenceslao?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 262 people in the United States currently share the name Wenceslao. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,265,074 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Wenceslao a Common or Rare Name?

Wenceslao 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 Wenceslao Mean?

Wenceslao means "Spanish for 'defender'" and comes from Spanish origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Wenceslao Most Popular?

The name Wenceslao reached peak popularity in 2005, with 13 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 Wenceslao?

Approximately 262 people named Wenceslao live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 262. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,265,074 Americans.

Is Wenceslao a rare name?

Wenceslao is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,265,074 Americans has this name.

What does the name Wenceslao mean?

Wenceslao means "Spanish for 'defender'" and comes from Spanish origins.

Is Wenceslao more male or female?

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

When was Wenceslao most popular?

Wenceslao peaked in 2005 with 13 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

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 US262
All-Time Births262
1 in X1 in 1,265,074
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age42
Peak Year2005
World Rank#16,778
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.